DBU Receives Historic $20 Million Gift, Establishes Carter School of Business

Dallas Baptist University (DBU) is pleased to announce a $20 million gift from Linda Carter, her son, Ron Carter, and her daughter, Christi Carter Urschel, to name DBU's business school the Don and Linda Carter School of Business.

This commitment by the Carter family is the largest gift in DBU history.

The gift honors Don Carter, whose impact on Dallas and DBU is well known. Remembered as the original Maverick, the late Don Carter and his wife Linda were instrumental in bringing the Dallas Mavericks to DFW and have been influential figures in the Dallas marketplace through both sports and philanthropy for years. This commitment builds upon decades of support of DBU's mission and reflects their family's dedication to honoring God and supporting students.

"The Carter family's exceptional generosity rooted in an enduring legacy of faith will shape the future of our students through the Carter School of Business for generations to come," said Dr. Adam C. Wright, President of Dallas Baptist University. "The Carter School of Business will forever stand as a testament to Don and Linda Carter's unwavering belief in the transformative impact of Christian higher education. We are deeply grateful for the vision and trust the Carter family continues to place in DBU to produce future leaders marked by wisdom, ingenuity, work ethic, and integrity for years to come."

DBU's relationship with the Carter family dates back to 1969, when Mary Carter Crowley, a brilliant Christian businesswoman and founder of Home Interior and Gifts, began providing financial support to DBU. She was inspired by its mission to cultivate future generations of Christian servant-leaders grounded in truth, faith, knowledge, and character.

"The Carter family continues the desire to support the educational and spiritual strength of future generations of Dallas Baptist University graduates," said Ron Carter, "We are proud that Dallas Baptist University is a solid representation of biblical principles and demonstrates the fortitude necessary to stand firm and stand out in our secularly dominated culture."

The Don and Linda Carter School of Business at DBU will continue to grow its focus on producing graduates that will engage the marketplace with a dedicated passion for excellence and a conviction to serve others for the glory of God. This gift will enhance the School of Business academic programs, support new student-focused initiatives, and propel forward our mission to produce Christ-centered servant leaders as agents of change in the world.

The Carter School of Business at Dallas Baptist University prepares students to impact the global marketplace by integrating faith-driven values and mastery of business disciplines. The School of Business offers seven major fields of undergraduate studies, multiple MBA programs, and innovative, collaborative opportunities in global studies. The Carter School of Business will stand as a testament to DBU's commitment to excellence in Christian higher education, strengthening the university's position for impact on the DFW metroplex and beyond.