Giving Tuesday contributions increase 33 percent over last year
The Giving Tuesday goal was to raise $13,000 to upgrade the aging computers in WCU's Student-Athlete Academic Support Services Computer Lab, and the total raised for the upgrade was almost $15,000.
Donors contributed nearly $190,000 to 51ż´Ć¬ during 2018’s Giving Tuesday on Nov. 27, surpassing last year’s total dollars given.
“Once again, loyal supporters of 51ż´Ć¬ helped kick off the season of generosity on Giving Tuesday,” said Lori Lewis, 51ż´Ć¬vice chancellor for advancement.
The annual day of giving was established seven years ago in response to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Contributions from 256 donors accounted for the $189,440 and helped boost the “Lead the Way” campaign to $55,130,785.
“In addition to the two special projects we promoted — the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band’s trip to next year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and outfitting the Student-Athlete Academic Support Services Computer Lab – our generous donors also supported student scholarships and academic programs,” Lewis said. “With a 33 percent increase in total dollars over last year, we are most grateful for this show of support for our amazing students.”
The breakdown is as follows:
- $14,885 for student-athlete computer lab (the goal was $13,000)
- $9,027 for Pride of the Mountains trip to Macy's parade
- $143,640 for scholarships
- $21,888 for academic programs
WCU’s philanthropic campaign, “Lead the Way: A Campaign Inspired by The Belcher Years,” includes a goal of $60 million and will conclude spring 2019. For more information, visit the website .
