The sixth annual Day of Giving went from 5 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, through 12:51 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3. Gifts came in from 39 states and four countries including Canada, Great Britain, Norway and the United States.
A supersized Day of Giving wrapped up on Nov. 3, spanning 1,911 minutes — in honor of the University’s founding year — instead of the usual 24 hours. According to preliminary results, 1,780 Fresno State alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends gave online donations to help support colleges, schools or programs that drive their passion.
This year’s results represent a 3.61% increase in the number of individual donors and a 1.51% increase in the number of gifts, compared to last year, a sign of strong engagement from Fresno State supporters. This included gifts from 512 Fresno State employees.
“We are thrilled with the success of this year’s Day of Giving,” said Paula Castadio, vice president for University Advancement. “The purpose of this 1,911-minute digital giving campaign is to support student success at Fresno State and deepen a culture of philanthropy on campus and in our community.”
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