COMPLETED! - Emory Day of Giving 2021 has ended!
COMPLETED! - Emory Day of Giving 2021
$
874,475
raised
3,363
Gifts
Events
Don't miss the chance to multiply your impact, thanks to gift matching opportunities from some of our most generous donors.
Past Events
Top Donors Leaderboard
Our schools, units, and causes had many fans at the close of Emory Day of Giving on March 24. Challenge dollars are awarded to the fund with the most donors in our eight winning groups: Athletics–Swimming and Diving, Oxford College–Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment, Emory College Fund for Excellence, Goizueta Business School Fund for Excellence, Theology School Fund for Excellence, Nursing School Scholarship Fund, Student Organizations–Oxford Class Gift, and Rollins School of Public Health Fund for Excellence.
| Rank | Prize | Schools/Units/Causes | Donors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,500 | Athletics | 488 |
| 2 | $1,100 | Oxford College | 354 |
| 3 | $950 | College of Arts and Sciences | 280 |
| 4 | $750 | Goizueta Business School | 209 |
| 5 | $625 | Candler School of Theology | 202 |
| 6 | $475 | School of Nursing | 133 |
| 7 | $350 | Student Organizations | 114 |
| 8 | $250 | Rollins School of Public Health | 99 |
| 9 | School of Law | 88 | |
| 10 | Sustainability Initiatives | 88 | |
| 11 | School of Medicine | 76 | |
| 12 | Laney Graduate School | 71 | |
| 13 | Arts at Emory | 69 | |
| 14 | Spiritual and Religious Life | 65 | |
| 15 | Michael C. Carlos Museum | 63 |
Ended
Social Contest: #EmoryThenandNow Challenge
The three winners of our Instagram #EmoryThenandNow Challenge choose to allocate award funding to the following areas: Cross Country ($250), Oxford College–Brook International Travel Endowment ($250), Oxford College Fund for Excellence ($150), Law–Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) ($50), and Spiritual and Religious Life–Journeys of Reconciliation Endowment Fund ($50).
Ended
Athletics Teams Leaderboard
Emory athletes are practicing again and the competition is heating up! The top five athletic teams with the most gifts raised from midnight - 11:59 p.m. EDT on March 24 will earn additional funding.
| Rank | Prize | Teams | Gifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $900 | Swimming and Diving | 138 |
| 2 | $700 | Volleyball Gifts | 64 |
| 3 | $500 | Women's Varsity Soccer | 52 |
| 4 | $250 | Women's Basketball | 22 |
| 5 | $150 | Baseball - Varsity | 21 |
| 6 | Golf | 20 | |
| 7 | Cross Country Gifts | 15 | |
| 8 | Track and Field | 15 | |
| 9 | Men's Varsity Soccer | 14 | |
| 10 | Men's Basketball Fund | 12 | |
| 11 | Men's Tennis | 9 | |
| 12 | Softball | 7 | |
| 13 | Women's Tennis Team | 7 | |
| 14 | Golf - Women Gifts | 2 |
Ended
Swoop In and Win
Congratulations to Athletics-Swimming and Diving for winning the $500 during the Swoop In and Win challenge!
| Rank | SCHOOLS/UNITS/CAUSES | Raised |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athletics | $7,179.00 |
| 2 | Global Health Institute | $1,375.00 |
| 3 | Urgent Student Need | $1,010.00 |
| 4 | Center for Ethics | $525.00 |
| 5 | Goizueta Business School | $305.00 |
| 6 | Parents Fund | $50.00 |
| 7 | Patient Care & Medical Research | $50.00 |
| 8 | School of Nursing | $50.00 |
| 9 | Sustainability Initiatives | $25.00 |
| 10 | Spiritual and Religious Life | $11.00 |
| 11 | Oxford College | $10.00 |
| 12 | Addiction Alliance of Georgia | $0.00 |
| 13 | Arts at Emory | $0.00 |
| 14 | Brain Health Center | $0.00 |
| 15 | Campus Life | $0.00 |
Ended
Wonderful Wednesday Alumni Challenge
What a Wonderful Wednesday! Thanks to a generous gift from Emory Alumni Board member Julie Clements Smith 02C, the top three participating groups with the most gifts raised from alumni between 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. EDT on March 24 earned additional support. Challenge dollars were awarded to these funds: Oxford College Fund for Excellence, Emory College Fund for Excellence, and Goizueta Business School Fund for Excellence.
Ended
Toast Away Wonderful Wednesday
In 1982, Emory set the world record for the largest non-alcoholic toast. Together we toasted and raised support for schools, units, and causes at Emory. Thanks to anonymous donors 74C and 97C, the top five participating groups with the most gifts raised from 4:00–6:00 p.m. EDT on March 24 earned additional funding. Challenge dollars were awarded to the following funds: Oxford College–Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment ($600), Athletics–Swimming and Diving ($500), Sustainability Initiatives Fund ($400), Emory College Scholarships ($300), and Theology School Fund for Excellence ($200).
| Rank | SCHOOLS/UNITS/CAUSES | Gifts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oxford College | 49 |
| 2 | Athletics | 35 |
| 3 | Sustainability Initiatives | 19 |
| 4 | College of Arts and Sciences | 16 |
| 5 | Candler School of Theology | 14 |
| 6 | Goizueta Business School | 11 |
| 7 | Rollins School of Public Health | 10 |
| 8 | Student Organizations | 7 |
| 9 | Michael C. Carlos Museum | 6 |
| 10 | Urgent Student Need | 5 |
| 11 | School of Law | 5 |
| 12 | Diversity and Inclusion | 5 |
| 13 | Parents Fund | 4 |
| 14 | Arts at Emory | 4 |
| 15 | Campus Life | 4 |
Ended
Final Countdown
What a strong finish to Emory Day of Giving! The top three participating groups with the most dollars raised from 9:00–11:00 p.m. EDT on March 24 earned additional funding. Challenge dollars are awarded to: Oxford College–Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment, Athletics–Volleyball Gifts, and Emory College Fund for Excellence.
| Rank | Prize | SCHOOLS/UNITS/CAUSES | Raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $500 | Oxford College | $11,960.00 |
| 2 | $300 | Athletics | $8,460.00 |
| 3 | $200 | College of Arts and Sciences | $4,170.00 |
| 4 | Goizueta Business School | $3,776.00 | |
| 5 | Rollins School of Public Health | $3,585.00 | |
| 6 | School of Nursing | $2,435.00 | |
| 7 | School of Medicine | $1,970.00 | |
| 8 | Libraries | $1,715.00 | |
| 9 | Student Organizations | $1,340.00 | |
| 10 | Candler School of Theology | $1,200.00 | |
| 11 | Parents Fund | $1,125.00 | |
| 12 | Laney Graduate School | $730.00 | |
| 13 | Michael C. Carlos Museum | $700.00 | |
| 14 | Sustainability Initiatives | $645.00 | |
| 15 | School of Law | $615.00 |
Ended
2
Match
BBA GoBeyond Parents Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, parent donations to BBA GoBeyond Fund will be matched dollar for dollar up, to $10,000. This match was generously contributed by Marty and Judy Scherzer P23
$1,075 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Emory College Fund for Excellence Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Emory College Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $20,000. This match was generously contributed by Kristen 00C and Felix Lo, Phil Reese 66C, 76L, 76B, and a donor who wishes to remain anonymous.
$14,693 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Emory College Scholarships Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Emory College Scholarship will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $15,000. This match was generously contributed by Kristen 00C and Felix Lo and Ted Hammerman 91C, supporting his 30th reunion.
$12,795 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Emory Nursing Learning Center Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Emory Nursing Learning Center will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $7,500. This match was generously contributed by Dr. Donte A. Flanagan 04Ox 06N and Mrs. Ashlee Yates Flanagan.
$7,500 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
EPIC Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Dr. Rita Sheffey, Assistant Dean for Public Service.
$3,805 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Goizueta Business School Fund for Excellence Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Goizueta Business School Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Phil Reese 66C 76L 76B.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
JScreen Unlock Challenge
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, the first 50 gifts will unlock $3,000 for Jscreen. This match was generously contributed by Charles and Elizabeth Goldberg P21 and is being promoted by the Oxford Jewish Student Union.
8 / 50 Gifts
Ended
2
Match
Laney Graduate School Fund for Excellence Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Laney Graduate School Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $6,000. This match was generously contributed by Dr. Robert William Caldwell 69G, Dr. Linda Ray Pratt 66G 71G, and Dr. Patrick Royster 92G P12.
$2,730 MATCHED
Ended
Libraries Fund for Excellence Unlock
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, the first 50 gifts will unlock $2,500 for the University Libraries Fund for Excellence. This challenge was generously contributed by Ginger Smith 77C 82G.
11 / 50 Gifts
Ended
2
Match
Oxford College Fund for Excellence Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Oxford Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Tim and Brenda Harvey P22.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
School of Medicine Alumni Scholarship Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the School of Medicine Alumni Scholarship Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $7,000. This match is a result of the combined generosity of anonymous 62M 82M 84M, Dr. Martha Manar 97M 00MR, and Dr. Bill Goetter 63C 66G 71M.
$3,975 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Tarbutton Leadership Fellows Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Tarbutton Leadership Fellow Endowment will be matched dollar for dollar up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Hugh Tarbutton 84Ox.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
Volleyball Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Volleyball will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
Yerkes Director's Catalyst Fund Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Yerkes Director's Catalyst Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000.
$2,855 MATCHED
Ended
Most Dollars Leaderboard
The bigger the numbers, the brighter the future. Challenge dollars are awarded to the fund with the most dollars raised in our eight winning groups: Athletics–Swimming and Diving, Oxford College Fund for Excellence, Emory College Fund for Excellence, Goizueta Business School Fund for Excellence, Candler School of Theology Fund for Excellence.
| Rank | Prize | Schools/Units/Causes | Raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,000 | Athletics | $122,664.69 |
| 2 | $750 | College of Arts and Sciences | $100,807.54 |
| 3 | $500 | Oxford College | $72,775.08 |
| 4 | $300 | Goizueta Business School | $54,572.42 |
| 5 | $200 | Candler School of Theology | $33,045.00 |
| 6 | School of Nursing | $25,610.00 | |
| 7 | Parents Fund | $22,465.00 | |
| 8 | School of Law | $21,804.34 | |
| 9 | School of Medicine | $15,690.00 | |
| 10 | Rollins School of Public Health | $14,789.00 | |
| 11 | Center for Ethics | $13,433.88 | |
| 12 | Michael C. Carlos Museum | $13,333.00 | |
| 13 | Urgent Student Need | $10,307.00 | |
| 14 | Laney Graduate School | $9,715.00 | |
| 15 | Arts at Emory | $6,473.12 |
Ended
Kick Off Challenge
Let's finish strong! The top three participating groups with the most dollars raised from 9:00–11:00 p.m. EDT on March 24 earned additional funding. Challenge dollars are awarded to the fund with the most dollars raised in the three winning groups: Oxford College-Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment, Athletics-Volleyball Gifts, and Emory College Fund for Excellence.
| Rank | Prize | SCHOOLS/UNITS/CAUSES | Gifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $500 | Rollins School of Public Health | 46 |
| 2 | $300 | Oxford College | 21 |
| 3 | $200 | Parents Fund | 3 |
| 4 | School of Nursing | 2 | |
| 5 | College of Arts and Sciences | 2 | |
| 6 | Libraries | 2 | |
| 7 | Student Organizations | 2 | |
| 8 | Arts at Emory | 1 | |
| 9 | Candler School of Theology | 1 | |
| 10 | Goizueta Business School | 1 | |
| 11 | Campus Life | 1 | |
| 12 | Diversity and Inclusion | 1 | |
| 13 | Athletics | 1 | |
| 14 | Sustainability Initiatives | 1 | |
| 15 | Addiction Alliance of Georgia | 0 |
Ended
Student Organization Leaderboard
Emory student organizations create a community of lifelong friends, unforgettable memories, and cultivate real-world skills. The top three student organizations with the most gifts raised from midnight - 11:59 p.m. EDT on March 24 earned additional funding.
| Rank | Prize | Student Orgs | Gifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $250 | Oxford Class Gift | 39 |
| 2 | $150 | Phi Delta Epsilon | 23 |
| 3 | $100 | Emory FLIP | 13 |
| 4 | Volunteer Emory | 11 | |
| 5 | Voices of Inner Strength | 7 | |
| 6 | Women in STEM | 6 | |
| 7 | Women in Business | 3 | |
| 8 | SHINE | 3 | |
| 9 | Rollins Environmental Health Coalition (REHAC) | 2 | |
| 10 | WMRE Emory Radio | 2 | |
| 11 | Vietnamese Student Association | 2 | |
| 12 | Consult Your Community | 1 | |
| 13 | Active Minds | 1 | |
| 14 | Emory Climate Analysis and Solution | 1 | |
| 15 | Men's Ultimate Frisbee | 1 |
Ended
Faculty and Staff Challenge
Faculty and staff supported their favorite areas at Emory. The funds with the most faculty and staff gifts in the top three participating groups earned additional funding: Oxford College–Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment, Candler School of Theology Fund for Excellence, and the Center for Ethics–Friends of the Center for Ethics.
Ended
Wonderful Wednesday Student Challenge
Though Dooley goes on forever, this student challenge didn't. Your gift and advocacy is creating a better future for the school, student organization, athletic team, Greek chapter, or program that stokes your passion. The top five participating areas with the most gifts raised from students between 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. EDT on March 24 earned additional funding. Congratulations to first place Phi Delta Epsilon ($300), tied for second place Sustainability Initiatives ($225) and Volleyball ($225), fourth place Oxford Class Gift ($150), and fifth place Emory FLIP ($100).
Ended
All About Academics - Graduate Programs
Thank you for supporting your favorite graduate academic areas! The top three schools with the most gifts raised between 7:00–9:00 p.m. EDT on March 24 earned additional support for their fund for excellence. Challenge dollars are awarded to: Rollins School of Public Health Fund for Excellence, Goizueta Business School Fund for Excellence, and Laney Graduate School Fund for Excellence.
| Rank | Prize | Schools with graduate programs | Gifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $500 | Rollins School of Public Health | 79 |
| 2 | $300 | Goizueta Business School | 24 |
| 3 | $200 | Laney Graduate School | 19 |
| 4 | Candler School of Theology | 16 | |
| 5 | School of Law | 11 | |
| 6 | School of Nursing | 7 | |
| 7 | School of Medicine | 5 |
Ended
2
Match
African American Collections Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the African American Collections Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Randall and Nancy Burkett.
$3,386 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Brook International Travel Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Brook International Travel Endowment will be matched dollar for dollar up to $12,500. This match was generously contributed by Warren Brook 70Ox 72B and Kathy Brook.
$12,500 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
Emory College Fund for Excellence Parents Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, parent donations to the Emory College Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar up to $10,000. This match was generously contributed by Peter and Cathy Toren, P23.
$10,000 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
Emory Eye Center Residents Program Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Emory Eye Center Residents Program Fund will be matched dollar for dollar up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by donors who wish to remain anonymous.
$250 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Emory Vaccine Center Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Emory Vaccine Center will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous.
$690 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Fund for Emory Medicine Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Fund for Emory Medicine will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Dr. Gilbert Fleming 71C 77M 80MR and Mrs. Deborah Fleming.
$3,420 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
JScreen Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Jscreen will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by AMOENA.
$4,611 MATCHED
Ended
Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment Challenge
The Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment will provide need-based scholarships to Oxford students in memory of Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. 77Ox 79B, one of Oxford's most prominent African American alumni. Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, every 25 gifts to the Judge Horace J. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Endowment will unlock $5,000 thanks to a generous contribution from Mrs. Michelle Bryant Johnson. Up to $25,000 can be unlocked.
125 / 125 Gifts
Completed
2
Match
Law School Fund for Excellence Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Law School Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $15,000. This match was generously contributed by Phil Reese 66C 76L 76B and a Law alumnus who wishes to remain anonymous.
$5,636 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Michael C. Carlos Museum Educational Programs Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Michael C. Carlos Museum Educational Programs Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Clara M. and John S. O’Shea.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
Rollins School of Public Health Fund for Excellence Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Rollins School of Public Health Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
2
Match
Sustainability Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Office of Sustainability Initiatives Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000, thanks to a generous challenge gift from the Ray C. Anderson Foundation.
$3,049 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Theology School Fund for Excellence Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to Theology School Fund for Excellence will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000. This match was generously contributed by Dr. Richard 71T and Mrs. Elizabeth Hogue 71C and Rev. Dr Elizabeth 09T 17T and Mr. Adam Edwards.
$8,395 MATCHED
Ended
2
Match
Winship Director's Fund Match
Beginning at midnight EDT on March 24, donations to the Winship Director's Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This match was generously contributed by Winship Advisory Board member Billy Levine and his wife Julie who are longtime Winship Cancer Institute supporters and volunteers.
$2,900 MATCHED
Ended