DAVIS, Calif. — The Champion Aggies Challenge is back!

Beginning Monday, Oct. 5, Aggie fans, alumni, family, friends and longtime supporters can make a direct impact on UC Davis student-athletes by participating in the 2026 Champion Aggies Challenge.

The annual fundraising initiative supports more than 650 UC Davis student-athletes competing across 25 varsity sports, including 16 programs in the Mountain West Conference.

Gifts made during the Champion Aggies Challenge provide critical resources that support the student-athlete experience and help UC Davis programs continue building for the future. Supporters can direct their gift to the varsity program that means the most to them and its stated fundraising priorities.

A minimum gift of $5 is required through the Crowdfund UC Davis platform, and all funds raised will benefit the designated program regardless of whether it reaches its overall fundraising goal.

The 2026 Champion Aggies Challenge runs Oct. 5–9.

For questions about participating in this year's challenge, contact Athletics Development at championaggiesclub@ucdavis.edu.