Day of Giving Philanthropy Quiz
Who makes gifts on Day of Giving?
Every year, thousands of alumni, faculty, staff, friends, parents, families and students join together for #GivingPack on Day of Giving.
What do NC State donors support on Day of Giving?
Donors give to hundreds of different funds — whatever you’re passionate about, there’s a way to support it through NC State.
How do colleges and programs win bonus funds on Day of Giving?
Hourly giving challenges, leaderboard competitions, social media challenges like the Red and White Song Challenge and Hashtag Match Challenge, and voting competitions (like this very one you’re participating in!) are all ways colleges and programs win bonuses. Bonuses come from an existing pool of funds designated for university enhancement and make a real difference — just ask these College of Sciences students.
True or false: Only big gifts make a difference.
Day of Giving shows how gifts of all sizes add up! For example, with 10 gifts of $50, donors can fund an emergency grant for a student in need, and because of their community partnerships, two gifts of $10 can help Feed the Pack purchase 100 pounds of food.
True or false: Gifts only impact students with scholarships.
On Day of Giving (and all year long), donors give to all kinds of funds that impact the student experience, like the Women’s Center, the Libraries’ technology lending program and Counseling and Prevention Services — just to name a few.