Giving Tuesday 2026, November 17th - Dec 1st

Building Gould’s Future Together… Giving Tuesday 2026!

November 17th through December 1st, join us in celebrating our annual Giving Tuesday, with this year’s goal to raise $150,000 in donations toward the Gould Fund — supporting the people, programs and opportunites thaet make Gould extraordinary.

This year, our Giving Tuesday campaign highlights the strategic initiatives shaping Gould’s future: Education for Impact, Active & Engaged Lifestyle, Authentic Community, Faculty Development & Retention, and Stewardship & Sustainability.

Each initiative reflects our commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for students, supporting the people who make Gould extraordinary, and building a strong, sustainable future. Follow our social channels and watch your inbox to learn how your gift can make a difference!

Choose the initiative that resonates with you most — and watch your gift go twice as far with matching donations for each category! Monitor our social channels and check your inbox for your chance to make an impact.

Goal: Raise $150,000 from 400 donors by December 1, 2026.

Impact: Double your donation! We have matching donors designated for each initative. Choose your favorite value, double your donation and spread the word! Your support is how we are able to offer an exceptional experience for our students, year after year.

Timeline: Kick-off for Giving Tuesday is November 17th, and closes on Tuesday, December 1st.

Why: A contribution to the Gould Fund supports Gould’s strategic plan initatives. Together, we are building for the future.

Join the fun… and win some prizes:

Every Gift Counts!: Everyone who donates to Gould’s Giving Tuesday campaign, no matter the amount, will be entered into a drawing to win a personalized 7” X 14” inch paver to be placed in Gould’s Alumni Courtyard outside of Bingham Hall.

$110 Donation: All donors who contribute $110 or more during these two weeks will receive a $15.00 gift card to the Gould School Store.

$500 Donation: All donors who contribute $500 or more for these two weeks will receive a 7” by 14” personalized paver to be placed in Gould’s Alumni Courtyard outside of Bingham Hall.

Alumni Contests:

Highest participation: The alumni class with the highest number of donors will win a personalized paver with their class year on it!

Giving Day Prizes:

Current Student Giving Day: The class with the highest percentage of student participants will win a Gemini Bakery $5 Gift Card for EACH member of the class!

Current Family Giving Day: The class with the highest percentage of family participants will win an ice cream social for the entire class!