SFSU launches inaugural University-wide Gators Give Day

For the first time ever, San Francisco State University is launching Gators Give Day, a University-wide day of philanthropy celebrating SFSU. The entire community of SFSU alumni, supporters and friends is encouraged to support the campus cause of their choice, whether it’s a student club or one of SFSU’s colleges, programs or departments.

Gators Give Day begins at midnight Wednesday, April 2, and ends at 11:59 p.m. More than 60 groups consisting of colleges, schools, departments, student organizations and clubs will participate in the 24-hour event and will launch their own online fundraising page in addition to the main University giving page. Every donation made on April 2 will count toward the Giving Day totals and will have a measurable impact on student success.

“This special day brings together alumni and friends to celebrate the San Francisco State community and enhance the future for all of us at SFSU,” said Jeff Jackanicz, vice president for University Advancement. “SFSU has transformed the lives of so many, and Gators Give Day is a wonderful way for people to say ‘thank you.’ Every dollar donated will continue to make the lives of our students brighter.”

Amplifying Our Reach

Gators Give Day is a chance for the University to make its case to its community of alumni, supporters and friends. Faculty and staff are encouraged to amplify our reach by sharing giving day updates on social media and helping to spread the word, using posts and our crowdfunding platform that will be shared leading up to and during the day on April 2.

Schedule of Matches and Challenges on April 2

Gators Give Day will include several matches and challenges to encourage broad participation. At different points during the day, updates and leaderboards on our crowdfunding platform will track the following matches and challenges. 

Hourly Challenges

6 to 8 a.m.: Early Bird Challenge
Share a photo of yourself in SFSU gear celebrating Gators Give Day using #GatorsGiveDay to unlock $1,000 for the fund of your choice.

8 to 10 a.m.: Student Org Power Hour
The top three student organizations receiving the most gifts during this time period will unlock $1,000.

10 a.m. to noon: Gator Hatchlings and Paws Challenge
Post a photo of your pet or child in SFSU gear with #GatorsGiveDay. One winner will be selected to unlock $1,000 for the cause they care most about.

Noon to 2 p.m.: Faculty and Staff Challenge
The fund receiving the most gifts from SFSU faculty and staff will get an extra $1,000.

2 to 5 p.m.: Gator Pride Challenge
The school, college or other campus fund with the most unique donors during this time period wins $1,000.

5 to 7 p.m.: Rush Hour Donor Challenge
The two funds with the most donors during this time will each get an extra $1,000.

7 to 9 p.m.: Ready, Set, Give!
The first fund to reach 25 donors in this time period wins an additional $1,000.

9 to 11 p.m.: Late Night Gator Challenge
The two funds with the most donors during this time period win $1,000 each.

11 p.m. to midnight: Thank You Challenge
 Post a thank you video to donors, sharing what you love about SFSU, and include the hashtag #GatorsGiveDay. One winner will be selected to unlock $1,000 for their cause.

Campus community members are encouraged to help promote the event and participate in any of the matching and challenge opportunities if they’re interested.