#Allinfor鶹Ƶ Celebrates Community, Exceeds 3,600 Donors in Single Day
April 22, 2021
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- Danielle Strickland
Faculty, staff and students came out in a socially distanced way to enjoy beautiful weather and ice cream in celebration of #Allinfor鶹Ƶ—275 ice cream cups distributed, more than $1.5 million raised.
This year, strength of community and enduring support have defined 鶹Ƶ’s ability to lead into the future.
The college’s eighth annual #Allinfor鶹Ƶ one-day, community-themed giving challenge saw 3,609 donors giving $1,558,595. Part of this total is a generous $500,000 challenge gift that was unlocked once the donor total exceeded 2,000.
“鶹Ƶ alums continually place 鶹Ƶ among the colleges and universities with top participation rates across the country,” said Caitlin James ’14, director of annual giving. “Yesterday’s giving challenge shows us why. We show up for each other and for the future of the college. It was a really great day to be a Wildcat, and we are grateful for each and every donor who made the day a success!”
With all 50 states represented and gifts pouring in from across the globe, #Allinfor鶹Ƶ reached far and wide. Momentum was steadfast across social media platforms as well as across campus. Students took “cash cab” rides in decorated golf carts; they learned about the impact of philanthropy at 鶹Ƶ; and they enjoyed treats and togetherness within current COVID-19 guidelines.
Throughout the pandemic, students, alums, families, faculty and staff have responded with creativity, optimism and dedication. A lot was asked and expected, and the 鶹Ƶ community has come through with a renewed sense of mutual support and respect for the greater mission of the college.
“It’s a gift to be a part of 鶹Ƶ every day, and #Allinfor鶹Ƶ expresses that gratitude and unites our community around our primary purpose and commitment to leadership and service,” said President Carol E. Quillen. “We rely on the generosity of so many alumni and friends to ensure that 鶹Ƶ graduates are equipped to think rigorously, to distinguish among values, to lead creatively and to serve with courage. Thank you for turning your love for 鶹Ƶ into gifts that truly make a difference, both for our students and for the world they will enter.”
The #Allinfor鶹Ƶ challenge first launched in June 2014. Including yesterday’s total, more than $8 million has been raised in new gifts and challenge dollars through this annual, one-day event.
