DAVIS, Calif. – UC Davis Athletics will celebrate a milestone this week as the tenth annual Give Day kicks off at noon on Friday, April 17, and continues through Saturday, April 18. Alumni, parents, fans and friends of the Aggies are invited to come together once again to support UC Davis Athletics' varsity programs and key department initiatives during the 29-hour fundraising event.
The goal of Give Day is to raise support for any area within the Athletic Department through broad donor participation. All money raised on Give Day goes directly to enhancing the student-athlete experience and raising the support necessary to compete at the next level.
This year, supporters have the opportunity to give to the Champion Aggies Club Fund, benefiting the department as a whole, directly to the team of their choice, or to department-wide initiatives such as Sports Medicine and Aggie Leverage. Gifts of all sizes, starting at just $5, are encouraged to show Aggie Pride and contribute to the collective success of UC Davis Athletics.
As in past years, Give Day will feature a variety of Challenge Gifts designed to amplify donor impact to individual sport programs. These challenges unlock additional funds when teams or initiatives reach specific donor milestones, creating exciting opportunities for programs to maximize support.
Give Day looks to build on the momentum of previous years as UC Davis Athletics continues to see record-breaking generosity. Since Give Day began in 2017, more than $3 million has been raised during this campaign alone to directly impact our individual sports.
"Give Day is a special time for UC Davis Athletics. It demonstrates that when the Aggie community comes together, the total impact is greater than we can imagine." said Chief Development Officer, Liz Gullett. "Reaching our tenth Give Day is an exciting opportunity for UC Davis Athletics. Each year, we are inspired by the passion, generosity and continued support from our donors that directly impacts our student-athletes, providing them with opportunities to excel both on and off the field."
Teams will also compete in grouped challenges, with programs going head-to-head to secure the highest number of donors within their group. Winning teams will earn special experiences, adding a competitive and celebratory element to the event.
Group 1: Field Hockey, Men's Water Polo, Women's Water Polo, Lacrosse and Baseball
Group 2: Women's Basketball, Men's Basketball, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer and Swim & Dive
Group 3: Women's Tennis, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Men's Tennis and Cross Country
Group 4: Men's Golf, Track & Field, Softball, Beach Volleyball and Women's Golf.
With a decade of impact behind it, Give Day continues to play a vital role in strengthening UC Davis Athletics and enhancing the experience for its student-athletes. The Aggie community is encouraged to participate, spread the word and help make the tenth annual Give Day the most successful yet.
