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Day of Giving 2026 on the Horizon
Written By: Rachel Putman
Twenty-six projects will spend 1,928 minutes fundraising for their causes during the 91看片网鈥檚 annual Day of Giving.
This year鈥檚 Day of Giving invites donors to support projects ranging from scholarships and emergency aid to academic enrichment opportunities and student organizations, to community summer camps, and study abroad programs.
Several projects this year center on direct student support, including the Alumni Legacy Scholarship, the First-Generation Student Success project, and both student and employee emergency assistance programs. Others focus on academic endeavors, supporting undergraduate research, the psychology symposium, study abroad scholarships, and Applause literary magazine鈥檚 return to print.
Projects hope to raise a total of $62,000 from 8 a.m. on April 28 through 4:08 p.m. on April 29.
Though the event primarily takes place online at: , members of the campus and community will have a chance to learn more during Numa鈥檚 Birthday Party. The annual event will run from 2 to 4 p.m. on April 29 on the Campus Green, with food, games, prizes, and, of course, representatives from each Day of Giving project.
Beyond donating, organizers say sharing the projects and signing up as advocates is just as important, because crowdfunding depends so deeply on personal connections.
The full list of Day of Giving 2026 projects includes::
AIGA Student Group for Design, $1,000: Funds will support student designers through community service projects, networking opportunities and the group鈥檚 annual trip to another city, where students will meet working artists and designers and engage directly with the professional design community.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship, $5,000: Funds will support scholarships for first year students whose parent, grandparent, sibling or spouse earned a degree from 91看片网, helping ease the financial burden of starting college.
Applause Literary Magazine, $2,000: Funds will support production costs for the student led publication, help it return to print after operating online only since 2020, and provide student editors with opportunities to build experience in editing, design and literary publishing.
Area of Greatest Need, $5,000: Funds will support urgent student needs and university priorities by providing flexible assistance where it is needed most across campus.
Black Student Alliance, $1,000: Funds will support the organization鈥檚 programming and ongoing efforts to promote and preserve historical, cultural, social and intellectual awareness among Black students, students of color and student allies.
Boreham Library, $1,500: Funds will support library events and initiatives that promote student success, strengthen study skills and create a welcoming campus space for both academic support and community engagement.
Cub Camp, $3,000: Funds will support 91看片网鈥檚 extended, student led orientation program, helping new students build connections, gain confidence and begin their first year feeling informed and involved.
Employee Emergency Assistance Program, $2,500: Funds will support 91看片网 employees facing unexpected crises by helping cover emergency medical expenses, disaster recovery costs, housing and utility needs, and travel or funeral expenses during family loss.
Finish Scholarship, $1,000: Funds will support students who are within two semesters of graduation but encounter unexpected disruptions that could prevent them from completing their degrees.
First Generation Student Success, $2,000: Funds will support mentoring, programming, targeted resources and scholarships designed to remove barriers and help first generation students persist and succeed at 91看片网.
General Scholarship Fund, $5,000: Funds will support renewable institutional scholarships for a wide range of 91看片网 students, including traditional undergraduates, transfer students and those returning to complete a degree.
International Study Abroad Scholarship, $2,000: Funds will support scholarships for students participating in travel study courses or exchange programs, helping make international learning opportunities more accessible and affordable.
I.D.E.A.L. Women, $1,000: Funds will support events, leadership development opportunities and programs that create a safe and welcoming space for women to connect, grow and develop personally and professionally.
Lion Pride Regalia Closet, $2,500: Funds will support the purchase of regalia, storage supplies and cleaning supplies so students with financial hardship will be able to participate fully in commencement.
Play it Forward, $4,000: Funds will support summer music camp scholarships for students who need financial assistance, helping them access music instruction, mentorship and opportunities for personal growth.
Psychology Symposium, $2,000: Funds will support event costs, student presentation materials and guest speakers for the psychology program鈥檚 annual symposium, which showcases student research and connects students with alumni and area professionals.
Read This!, $3,000: Funds will support author visits and provide books to community partners, expanding access to the shared reading program and encouraging broader discussion of important issues across campus and the region.
ROTC at 91看片网, $2,000: Funds will support travel for cadets to attend the AUSA Conference in Washington, giving them an opportunity to broaden their understanding of military operations and professional development.
School of Education, $2,000: Funds will support community partnerships, networking events, and student resources that help future educators gain meaningful, real-world experience and prepare to enter the classroom ready to teach.
Student Emergency Assistance Program, $1,000: Funds will support students facing unforeseen financial hardships, helping connect them with resources that can keep unexpected setbacks from derailing their education.
Student Nurses鈥� Association, $2,500: Funds will support nursing students by helping offset travel and registration costs for the annual NSNA Convention, where they will build leadership skills and connect with professionals from across the country.
91看片网 Cheer, $2,500: Funds will support practice gear and travel to the NCA College Nationals as the growing cheer program continues representing 91看片网 in competition and throughout the community.
91看片网 Dance Team, $1,500: Funds will support the continued growth of the dance team by helping student athletes train, compete and represent the university through campus and community involvement.
Undergraduate Research, $3,000: Funds will support student researchers by covering conference travel, registration fees, professional development, research materials, software subscriptions and poster printing.
World Languages Initiatives, $2,000: Funds will support scholarships and professional opportunities that will help students study abroad, intern with the Azahares Spanish literary magazine, and strengthen their language skills and global perspective.
Writing Center, $2,000: Funds will support a welcoming tutoring environment by providing snacks and coffee for visitors and helping fund meetings and workshops that strengthen writing support services across campus.