Champions for Recovery in Higher Education
Investing in students. Strengthening recovery. Transforming higher education.
Become a Champion
Champions for Recovery in Higher Education (CRHE) is ARHE’s philanthropic giving community bringing together individuals committed to ensuring that students never have to choose between recovery and academic success.
Why Collegiate Recovery Matters
Across the country, students in recovery are pursuing higher education while navigating unique challenges that require intentional support, community, and resources. Collegiate Recovery Programs (CRPs) provide that foundation, helping students succeed academically while sustaining their recovery.
Yet, despite growing demand, these programs remain under-resourced. Many campuses are just beginning to build recovery supports, often without dedicated funding, staffing, or infrastructure.
Students should never have to choose between recovery and their education.
CRHE exists to ensure they don’t have to.
What is CRHE?
Champions for Recovery in Higher Education (CRHE) is ARHE’s national donor recognition and giving community.
While ARHE membership connects professionals and institutions, CRHE provides a distinct opportunity for individuals to invest in the broader mission supporting the growth, sustainability, and future of collegiate recovery.
CRHE is grounded in:
- Belonging – A shared commitment to students and recovery
- Impact – Supporting national initiatives and program expansion
- Visibility – Recognizing leadership in advancing this work
- Purpose – Building a stronger future for higher education
CRHE is about impact, leadership, and shared commitment.
What Your Support Makes Possible
Your support as a Champion directly fuels:
- Technical Assistance
Helping institutions launch, grow, and sustain recovery programs - Accreditation & Standards (SRCRA)
Strengthening quality, accountability, and program effectiveness - Workforce Development
Training and supporting the professionals who serve students - New Program Development
Expanding access to recovery support on campuses nationwide - Student-Centered Impact
Ensuring students have the support they need to succeed
Champions for Recovery in Higher Education Giving Levels
CRHE offers a pathway for individuals to engage at a level that reflects their commitment and capacity.
| Level | Annual Gift* |
| Visionary | $5,000+ |
| Leadership Champion | $2,500-$4,999 |
| Champion | $1000-$2,499 |
| Sustainer | $500-$999 |
| Advocate | $250-$499 |
| Ally | $100-$249 |
*Monthly giving options are available.
How Champions are Recognized
Recognition is at the heart of the Champions community. We believe in honoring those who are helping to build the future of collegiate recovery.
Universal Recognition:
- Recognition in ARHE’s Annual Impact Report
- Listing on the CRHE webpage
- Public acknowledgment during Collegiate Recovery Week
- Personalized thank-you communication
Enhanced Recognition (higher tiers):
- Conference program recognition
- Digital Champion badge
- Quarterly impact updates
- Invitations to private briefings
- Optional donor spotlight opportunities
Founding Champions
We are proud to recognize the individuals who have stepped forward as Founding Champions. There are the supporters who are helping to launch and shape this initiative from the very beginning.
Their leadership reflects a deep commitment to students, recovery, and the future of higher education.
Building What Comes Next
CRHE is a foundational step toward ARHE’s long-term vision of sustainability and growth.
As this initiative evolves, it will support:
- Expansion of collegiate recovery programs
- Student scholarships
- Seed funding for new campuses
- Long-term investment in the recovery ecosystem
This work will increasingly align with the future development of the National Collegiate Recovery Foundation, strengthening philanthropic support for the entire field.
Become a Champion
Your investment helps ensure that recovery is visible, supported, and celebrated across higher education.
Together, we are not only sustaining this work, we are building what comes next.
