Southeastern Giving Day returns to support students and the university
Friday, October 16, 2020 
by: Tonya Lowentritt
HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s annual Giving Day will be held
this year on Oct. 21, providing university supporters with a way to help students
and Southeastern in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“During this unprecedented time, it’s more important than ever that we all pull
together to ensure the continued success of our students and our university. Every
donation, no matter how small, will help make a difference,” said Southeastern Foundation
Director of Development Vanessa Prentice.
This year marks the sixth annual university-wide fundraising event and the second
Giving Day held during Homecoming Week, which will primarily feature virtual activities
this year to ensure the health and safety of the campus community. Giving Day, organized
by the Southeastern Foundation, likewise takes place online, at southeasterngivingday.org,
with giving open during the full 24-hour day.
Previous years’ events have garnered over $500,000 combined for Southeastern
and Southeastern students. Last year’s Giving Day received the most participation
to date, with the number of supporters totaling 767, a 240 percent increase from 2018,
and raised $104,057.
“A major reason for last year’s success was the development of individual campaigns
and initiatives within the overall Giving Day fundraising drive,” said Prentice. “This
allows members of our Southeastern community, from current students and alums to faculty/staff
and people across the region, to invest in any area on campus about which they feel
most passionate. Supporters may also designate a gift to the ‘area of greatest need,’
which allows funds to be used across campus as needs arise. Once again, we are excited
to provide these campaigns and initiatives so that everyone can give back in the manner
of their choosing. Whether it be a department, an organization, student scholarships,
or anything else, you can pick where your money goes and make a direct impact during
this critical time.”
For more information, or to make a donation on Oct. 21, visit SoutheasternGivingDay.org.
