Bulldog spirit flowed across the globe for Day of Giving on Nov. 4 as 1,718 Fresno State alumni, friends, faculty, staff and students gave online donations to help fund programs and initiatives on campus.

Fresno State’s fifth annual 24-hour, online giving campaign inspired 2,373 total gifts from 35 states and six countries to support scholarships, research, programs and student experiences.

Preliminary estimates show donors contributed $486,543, topping last year’s total of $457,166 by more than 6%. Total donors and total gifts each increased by 10% compared to last year.

“The bond between Fresno State and the thousands of alumni and friends who demonstrate their support of the University is nothing short of inspiring,” said Paula Castadio, vice president for University Advancement. “Each and every person who participated with a gift on Day of Giving signaled the value and impact of Fresno State in the Valley and around the globe. These gifts will provide opportunities for students to excel and become the next generation of leaders in their communities.”

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