CREW Charlotte donates $75,000 to support women in commercial real estate

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Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) Charlotte has made a $75,000 donation to The Anne Vulcano Scholarship Fund held with the CREW Network Foundation to endow scholarships for women pursuing careers in the industry. The announcement was made at the chapter’s March 10 luncheon event with special guest Cathy Bessant, CEO of the Foundation For The Carolinas.

“It is an honor to receive this generous and transformational gift on behalf of CREW Network Foundation,” said Marie McLucas, CFO, Primax Properties LLC and 2026 CREW Network Foundation President. “I am inspired and so proud of my fellow CREW Charlotte members for making this commitment. In addition to providing financial support, the Foundation is providing opportunities for women to connect with mentors, develop critical leadership skills, and gain knowledge and training that will open doors in the industry. I would like to thank CREW Charlotte and all of our generous supporters for helping us build a legacy for the next generation of women leaders in commercial real estate.”

CREW Network Foundation’s scholarship program supports female students as they pursue university-level education that will lead to careers in commercial real estate. In 2026, the U.S.-based foundation will grant a total of $300,000 USD—28 $5,000 undergraduate scholarships and 16 $10,000 graduate scholarships. Scholarship recipients will also receive a two-year CREW membership, 2026 CREW Network Convention registration and travel stipend, and a six-month mentorship with a senior executive in commercial real estate. Interested students are encourage to apply by April 1, 2026.

To date, CREW Network Foundation has awarded 336 scholarships totaling $1.8 million across 144 universities in the U.S. and Canada. Scholarship funds are supported by the Linda Hollemon Scholarship Endowment and Hall of Fame giving program, as well as personal and corporate contributions.

“This gift means so much to our chapter because it reflects what CREW Charlotte is all about, supporting women and opening doors for those coming behind us. Through the Anne Vulcano Scholarship Fund with the CREW Network Foundation, we’re proud to help create opportunities for future leaders in commercial real estate,” said CREW Charlotte President, Sherri Commander with Lincoln Properties Company.

About CREW Charlotte 

Founded in 1990, CREW Charlotte has grown its membership to over 400 real estate professionals! We strive to build our membership to form a diverse organization consisting of commercial real estate professionals in the Greater Charlotte Region who are leaders in all real estate disciplines, including brokers, attorneys, engineers, lenders, developers, appraisers, accountants, property managers, and title professionals. CREW Charlotte is a Chapter of CREW Network, a global organization with over 15,000 members in over 80 major markets, focused on promoting business, providing educational opportunities, and sharing information among members at local, regional, and national levels.

About CREW Network Foundation 

Established in 1998, CREW Network Foundation is the only organization dedicating its resources solely to accelerating success for all women in the global commercial real estate industry. We are committed to bringing more women into commercial real estate with programs that educate women and girls about the career opportunities available to them and providing mentoring for those new to the industry.