Fresno State’s eighth annual Day of Giving, a 24-hour digital fundraising effort, is coming up on Wednesday, March 26, beginning at midnight and running through 11:59 p.m.

Previously held in the fall, moving it to the spring will align it with “I Heart Fresno State Week,” a week of events and activities that celebrates what makes Fresno State special.

This event encourages alumni, friends, faculty, staff, parents and students to demonstrate Bulldog pride and the value of a Fresno State degree.

“Day of Giving is a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together as a community,” said Fresno State President Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval. “Every gift, no matter the size, champions programs and initiatives that directly speak to the donor, and that empower our talented students. Through Day of Giving we advance our mission of education, innovation and service. Join us in making a lasting impact on March 26. A stronger Fresno State represents a direct investment in the future and the prosperity of our Valley of plenty and beyond.”

Philanthropic partners can support the college, school or programs that matter most to them like student research, scholarships, internship programs, innovative learning environments and much more. The Day of Giving website, which shows a countdown to March 26, will begin accepting donations at midnight on March 26. A live leaderboard will track progress throughout the day, providing real-time updates.

Events specific to Day of Giving include:

  • Faculty and Staff Kick-off Party, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Smittcamp Alumni House. Details and registration link to come.
  • Bulldog Roadshow, March 24-26, when Fresno State staff members will visit local businesses to share Bulldog spirit and celebrate employers’ support of Fresno State.

The “I Heart Fresno State” website lists other events and activities happening throughout the week. 

All gifts will be used for programs and initiatives to help fulfill Fresno State’s mission to educate and empower students for success. Support Day of Giving by wearing Bulldog Red to demonstrate Fresno State pride. And use the hashtag #FresnoStateDOG on all related social media posts. 

In November 2023, the last time Day of Giving took place, 1,832 donors from 44 states and six countries contributed to the effort, raising a total of $471,441. As in previous years, the goal is focused on participation, not a particular dollar goal.