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2025 Giving Day
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2,524
Donors
2025 Giving Day
Dollars Raised for Student Clubs and Orgs
Dollars Raised by Donors to Student Clubs and Orgs. This includes matches and challenge dollars!
| Rank | Fund Designation | Raised |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humanitarian Engineering Club | $17,805.00 |
| 2 | SAE - Baja Car Team | $9,500.50 |
| 3 | SAE Formula Hybrid Car Team | $8,292.00 |
| 4 | National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) | $7,040.00 |
| 5 | High-Powered Rocketry Team General Fund | $6,911.00 |
| 6 | SAE - SuperMileage Team | $4,860.00 |
| 7 | MSOE AI Club | $3,105.00 |
| 8 | Society of Women Engineers (SWE) | $2,165.00 |
| 9 | Midnight Robotics Student Organization | $2,100.00 |
| 10 | International Student Association Fund | $1,903.00 |
| 11 | Alpha Omega Epsilon (AOE) | $1,780.00 |
| 12 | Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) | $1,716.00 |
| 13 | Amateur Radio Club W9HHX | $1,698.42 |
| 14 | MAGE | $1,695.00 |
| 15 | Kappa Sigma Mu | $1,655.00 |
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Women's Athletics Leaderboard Challenge
Thanks to alumna Stephanie Johnson '00, the women's athletic team with the most donors will receive a $1,500 bonus. Second place will earn $1,000, third place will receive $750, fourth place will earn $500, fifth place will secure $250, and teams in sixth through tenth place will each receive an additional $200 for their team!
| Rank | Prize | Team | Donors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,500 | RAF - Women's Basketball | 132 |
| 2 | $1,000 | RAF - Women's Volleyball | 127 |
| 3 | $750 | RAF - Women's Lacrosse | 94 |
| 4 | $500 | RAF - Women's Hockey | 89 |
| 5 | $250 | RAF - Women's Soccer | 78 |
| 6 | $200 | RAF - Women's Softball | 61 |
| 7 | $200 | RAF - Women's Swimming & Diving | 46 |
| 8 | $200 | Dance Team | 43 |
| 9 | $200 | RAF - Women's Rowing | 30 |
| 10 | $200 | Club Volleyball (Women's) | 24 |
| 11 | RAF - Women's Tennis | 17 | |
| 12 | Fencing Club | 15 | |
| 13 | RAF - Women's XC/Track & Field | 8 | |
| 14 | RAF - Women's Golf | 2 | |
| 15 | RAF - Women's Bowling | 2 |
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MSOE Student Orgs Leaderboard
Thanks to the generosity of Dr. Mia Alexander-Snow and VP of University of Advancement, Jeff Snow, the student organization with the most donors will receive a $500 bonus. Second place will earn $400, third place will receive $300, fourth place will earn $200, and groups in fifth through tenth place will each receive an additional $100 for their student org!
| Rank | Prize | Student Group | Donors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $500 | SAE - Baja Car Team | 81 |
| 2 | $400 | High-Powered Rocketry Team General Fund | 74 |
| 3 | $300 | MSOE AI Club | 68 |
| 4 | $200 | SAE - SuperMileage Team | 51 |
| 5 | $100 | SAE Formula Hybrid Car Team | 47 |
| 6 | $100 | Art & Design Club | 31 |
| 7 | $100 | Humanitarian Engineering Club | 25 |
| 8 | $100 | Alpha Omega Epsilon (AOE) | 25 |
| 9 | $100 | Amateur Radio Club W9HHX | 24 |
| 10 | $100 | National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) | 22 |
| 11 | Society of Women Engineers (SWE) | 22 | |
| 12 | Kappa Sigma Mu | 21 | |
| 13 | Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) | 19 | |
| 14 | Midnight Robotics Student Organization | 17 | |
| 15 | MAGE | 13 |
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Alumni Challenge!!
Thanks to a generous matching gift from an anonymous donor, gifts made by alumni to any area will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000! Make your gift today and double your impact!
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MSOE Athletics Matching Challenge
Double the support for Athletics. Thanks to a generous matching gift from Regent and alumna Kathy Ruehlow '72, gifts to the Raider Athletic Fund or any varsity athletic team or club sport will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $50,000.
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STEM Programming 1:1 Matching Challenge
Helen Bechthold, a dedicated and passionate student, is matching every dollar donated to the MSOE STEM Center—up to $5,000! That means your gift goes twice as far to support hands-on STEM learning for all K-12 students, giving them the opportunity to explore, create and get hooked on STEM. Give now and double your impact!
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MSOE Student Orgs 1:1 Matching Challenge
Thanks to a generous matching gift from Regent and Alumnus Neal Wunderlich '73, '74, gifts made towards any student organization or club will be matched dollar for dollar up to $10,000 on MSOE Giving Day.
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Senior Giving Challenge!
Calling all Seniors! The Alumni Association Board is stepping up to support the Class of 2025 by matching all senior gifts—dollar for dollar, up to $1,500! With 100% of the board participating, this is a unique opportunity to make an even greater impact. Your gift can support the area of campus that has shaped your journey, whether it’s a student organization, academic program, athletics or another cause that means the most to you. Make your gift today and double your impact as you leave your legacy at MSOE!
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POWER HOUR! Between 12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
Fuel up and give back! Thanks to a generous matching gift, any gifts made of $1,000 or less to ANY area between 12:00 – 1:00 PM CST will be matched dollar for dollar up to $5,000! Take a break, make an impact, and double your difference!
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POWER HOUR! Between 9:00 - 10:00 PM CST
Night owls, this one’s for you! Thanks to a generous matching gift, any gifts of $1,000 or less made to ANY area between 9:00 – 10:00 PM will be matched dollar for dollar up to $6,000! End the day strong and double your impact!
$6,000 MATCHED
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100 Student Donors Unlocks $5,000 for the Student Persistence Fund
MSOE alumnus Dan Grubba '11 is challenging students to make an impact! When 100 students give to ANY area, it will unlock an additional $5,000 in support for the Student Persistence Fund.
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30 Donors to ECBE Unlocks $3,000 for the Department
Help us reach 30 unique donors to the EECS Department to unlock an additional $3,000 in support. This challenge is made possible thanks to alumnus and current parents Craig '88 and Deanna Conaty whose daughter is attending MSOE and studying in the ECBE Department.
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10 Donors to Rader School of Business Unlocks $5,000 for the Department
Honor the legacy of Dr. Kimbel A. Nap ’72 by making a gift to the Rader School of Business! When we reach 10 unique donors, an additional $5,000 will be unlocked thanks to the generosity of Mrs. Elaine Nap.
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50 Donors to Women's Ice Hockey Unlocks and Additional $1,000!
Skate into action for MSOE Women’s Ice Hockey! When 50 unique donors give to the team, an anonymous supporter will unlock an additional $1,000 to power our players through the season. Every gift brings us closer to the goal—let’s make it happen together!
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30 Donors Unlocks an Additional $5,000 to Men's Rowing
Rowing for Success! When 30 unique donors support the MSOE Men’s Rowing Team, an additional $5,000 will be unlocked for the team. This match is generously sponsored by MSOE Regent and alumnus Kendall Breunig '78, '79. Join the challenge today!
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30 Donors Unlocks an Additional $5,000 to Women's Basketball
Take on the challenge! When 30 unique donors give to the Women’s Basketball program, alumna Stephanie Johnson '00 and unlock an additional $5,000 in support! Help us drive toward victory—make your gift today!
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30 Unique Donors to Women's Soccer Unlocks and Additional $1,000!
Help Women's Soccer kick-start their fundraising! Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, when 30 unique donors give to MSOE Women's Soccer, and additional $1,000 will be unlocked for the team!
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20 Donors Unlocks an Additional $5,000 to Men's Baseball
Step up to the plate! Thanks to an anonymous donor, when 20 unique donors give to men’s baseball, an extra $5,000 will be unlocked to support the team!
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20 Donors to Women's Volleyball Unlocks an Additional $1,500
Serve up support! Thanks to an anonymous donor, when 20 unique donors give to Women’s Volleyball, an extra $1,500 will be unlocked to support the team!
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10 Donors to Women's Rowing Unlocks an Additional $1,000!
When 10 donors make a gift to the Women's Rowing Team, an additional $1,000 will be unlocked—thanks to a generous anonymous donor!
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10 Donors Unlocks an Additional $1,000 to Women's Swimming and Diving
Dive in and make a difference! Thanks to an anonymous donor, when 10 unique donors give to Women’s Swimming and Diving, an extra $1,000 will be unlocked to support the team!
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10 Donors Unlocks $300 for the MSOE Dance Team
Support MSOE Dance Team with every step! Thanks to current MSOE parents Jim and Shelley Diffley, when 10 unique donors give to the MSOE Dance Team, an extra $300 will be unlocked to support for the team!
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5 Donors Unlocks $200 for Men's Club Soccer
Kick in support for MSOE Club Soccer! Thanks to current MSOE parents Jim and Shelley Diffley, when 5 unique donors give to Men's Club Soccer, an extra $200 will be unlocked to support for the team!
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5 Donors Unlocks $200 for Men's Club Hockey
Hit the ice for Men's Club Hockey! Thanks to current MSOE parents Jim and Shelley Diffley, when 5 unique donors give to Men's Club Hockey, an extra $200 will be unlocked to support for the team!
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5 Donors Unlocks $200 for Men's Club Basketball
Shoot for success with MSOE Club Basketball! Thanks to current MSOE parents Jim and Shelley Diffley, when 5 unique donors give to Men's Club Basketball, an extra $200 will be unlocked to support for the team!
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15 Donors to the SAE Baja Team unlocks an additional $2,500 in support
Thanks to alumnus Joe Rencis '78, '80, when 15 unique donors give to the MSOE Baja SAE team, an extra $2,500 will be unlocked to drive the team forward!
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Athletics Dollars Raised
Dollars Raised by Donors to Athletics! This includes matches and challenge dollars!
| Rank | Fund Designation | Raised |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RAF - Men's Soccer | $40,271.00 |
| 2 | RAF - Men's Hockey | $33,394.00 |
| 3 | RAF - Men's Wrestling | $17,620.00 |
| 4 | RAF - Men's Baseball | $17,550.00 |
| 5 | RAF - Women's Hockey | $15,850.00 |
| 6 | RAF - Men's Rowing | $13,715.00 |
| 7 | RAF - Women's Volleyball | $13,660.15 |
| 8 | RAF - Men's Basketball | $13,018.00 |
| 9 | RAF - Women's Basketball | $10,855.00 |
| 10 | RAF - Women's Soccer | $8,575.00 |
| 11 | Club Hockey (Men's) | $8,280.00 |
| 12 | RAF - Men's Swimming & Diving | $6,500.00 |
| 13 | Rowing Endowed Fund | $5,970.00 |
| 14 | RAF - Men's Volleyball | $5,260.00 |
| 15 | RAF - Men's Golf | $5,250.00 |
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Men's Athletics Leaderboard Challenge
Thanks to current parents Jim and Shelley Diffley, and an anonymous donor, the men's athletic team with the most donors will receive a $1,500 bonus. Second place will earn $1,000, third place will receive $750, fourth place will earn $500, fifth place will secure $250, and teams in sixth through tenth place will each receive an additional $200 for their team!
| Rank | Prize | Team | Donors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,500 | RAF - Men's Soccer | 208 |
| 2 | $1,000 | RAF - Men's Hockey | 200 |
| 3 | $750 | RAF - Men's Baseball | 99 |
| 4 | $500 | RAF - Men's Swimming & Diving | 77 |
| 5 | $250 | RAF - Men's Volleyball | 72 |
| 6 | $200 | RAF - Men's Wrestling | 58 |
| 7 | $200 | RAF - Men's Lacrosse | 51 |
| 8 | $200 | RAF - Men's Rowing | 38 |
| 9 | $200 | Club Hockey (Men's) | 30 |
| 10 | $200 | RAF - Men's Basketball | 29 |
| 11 | RAF - Men's XC/Track and Field | 27 | |
| 12 | Club Soccer (Men's) | 18 | |
| 13 | RAF - Men's Golf | 17 | |
| 14 | Fencing Club | 15 | |
| 15 | Club Basketball (Men's) | 8 |
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See who supports MSOE!
Which MSOE affiliates are making the largest impact on Giving Day?
| Rank | Answer | Donors |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parent or Family | 1,035 |
| 2 | Current MSOE Student | 495 |
| 3 | Friend | 369 |
| 4 | Alumni | 336 |
| 5 | Faculty or Staff | 304 |
| 6 | Graduating MSOE Senior | 85 |
| 7 | WMSE Donor | 8 |
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Global Challenge - Unlock up to $100,000 for the Fund for MSOE
Today your gift can make an even bigger impact. ANY GIFT TO ANY AREA will count towards our global unlocking challenge for the Fund for MSOE. Alumni Dick Sanquini '59, Neal Wunderlich '73, '74 and Dwight '90 and Dian Diercks are challenging the MSOE community to come together and support your passion. For every 100 donors, $20,000 will be unlocked for the Fund for MSOE up to $100,000. That means if we get 500 unique donors the entire day to any fund then the Fund for MSOE will be granted an extra $100,000!
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MSOE Scholarships 1:1 Matching Challenge
Rise to the challenge! Alumnus Bill Edstrom '84 is inspiring alumni, faculty, staff, and friends to support students through a scholarship gift. All scholarship contributions will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000.
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MSOE Student Orgs 1:1 Matching Challenge
Thanks to a generous matching gift from Regent and Alumnus Neal Wunderlich '73, '74, gifts made towards any student organization or club will be matched dollar for dollar up to $2,500 on MSOE Giving Day.
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Faculty and Staff – Let’s Come Together!
Thanks to a generous matching gift from President John Walz and Moira Walz, faculty and staff gifts to any area will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $2,500! Make your gift today and double your impact!
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POWER HOUR! Between 6:00 - 7:00 AM CST
Rise and shine, Raiders! Thanks to a generous matching gift, any gifts of $1,000 or less made to ANY area between 6:00 – 7:00 AM CST will be matched dollar for dollar up to $5,000! Start your day by making a difference — your impact will go twice as far!
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POWER HOUR! Between 4:00 - 5:00 PM CST
Keep the energy up! Thanks to a generous matching gift, any gifts of $1,000 or less made to ANY area between 4:00 – 5:00 PM will be matched dollar for dollar up to $6,500! Make the most of your afternoon and double your impact!
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100 Donors Unlocks $2,500 for the Parent and Family Fund
Current MSOE parents Jim and Shelley Diffley are challenging their fellow parents. Gifts made by 100 parent donors to ANY fund will unlock an additional $2,500 in support to the Parent and Family Fund.
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20 Donors to CAECM Unlocks $5,000 for the Department
Help us reach 20 unique donors to the CAECM Department to unlock an additional $5,000 in support. This challenge is made possible thanks to CAECM alumnus Gene '94 and Kristen Sheedy.
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10 Donors to HSSC Unlocks $1,000 for the Department
Step up to the challenge! Alumnus Dan Dornbrook '93 is challenging 10 alumni, faculty, staff and friends to make a gift to the Humanities, Social Science and Communication Department to unlock an additional $1,000 in support!
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140 Donors to the Men's Soccer team unlocks an additional $7,000 in support!
Kick it to victory! When 140 unique donors support men’s soccer, an additional $7,000 will be unlocked for the team. This match is generously sponsored by current parents Kurt and Mary Schwenke, friend of MSOE Mike Honkamp, and an anonymous alum and current parent. Join the challenge today!
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50 Donors to Men's Hockey will Unlock an Additional $10,000
$10,000 Unlocked for Men's Hockey!
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30 Donors to Women's Softball Unlocks an Additional $1000
Pitch in for Softball! Thanks to Badger Bus Company and an anonymous donor, when 30 unique donors give to Women’s Softball, an extra $1,000 will be unlocked to support the team! Let’s hit it out of the park—every gift counts!
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20 Donors to Women's Lacrosse Unlocks an Additional $1,000
Score Big for Women's Lacrosse! Thanks to Burghardt Sporting Goods, when 20 unique donors give to Women’s Lacrosse, an extra $1,000 will be unlocked to support the team! Let’s make it happen—every gift counts!
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20 Donors to Men's Basketball will unlock $10,000
Power Up Men’s Basketball! An anonymous donor will unlock $10,000 when 20 unique donors give to Men’s Basketball! Let’s make it happen—every gift counts!
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20 Donors to Men's Wrestling Unlocks an Additional $5,000
Alumnus Matthew Olsen '11 is challenging 20 alumni, faculty, staff and friends to make a gift to the Men's Wrestling team to unlock an additional $5,000 of support for the program.
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20 Donors to Men's Cross Country/ Track and Field Unlocks an Additional $1,000
Go the distance for Men’s Cross Country & Track! Thanks to Burghardt Sporting Goods, when 20 unique donors give to Men’s Cross Country and Track & Field, an extra $1,000 will be unlocked to support the team! Let’s cross the finish line together—every gift counts!
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10 Donors Unlocks an Additional $1,500 to Men's Golf
Swing for success! When 10 unique donors support Men’s Golf, The James Family will contribute an additional $1,500 to the team. Join the challenge today!
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10 Donors Unlocks an Additional $1,000 to Men's Swimming and Diving
Jump in and support the team! Thanks to an anonymous donor, when 10 unique donors give to Men’s Swimming and Diving, an extra $1,000 will be unlocked to support the team!
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10 Donors Unlocks an Additional $1,000 to the MSOE Fencing Club
En Garde for Success! When the first 5 unique donors support the MSOE Fencing Club, $500 will be unlocked. When 5 more donors contribute (for a total of 10), another $500 will be unlocked, bringing the total to $1,000. This match is generously sponsored by MSOE alumnus Eric Waydick ’03, ’16. Join the challenge today and help us cross the finish line!
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5 Donors Unlocks $200 for Women's Club Volleyball
Serve up support for MSOE Club Volleyball! Thanks to current MSOE parents Jim and Shelley Diffley, when 5 unique donors give to Women's Club Volleyball, an extra $200 will be unlocked to support for the team!
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5 Donors Unlocks $200 for Club Baseball
Step up to the plate for MSOE Club Baseball! Thanks to current MSOE parents Jim and Shelley Diffley, when 5 unique donors give to Club Baseball, an extra $200 will be unlocked to support for the team!
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25 Donors to the Humanitarian Engineering Club unlocks $10,000 for the program
Professor Doug Stahl's passion stems from his experience with this group from 2005 to 2023. He shares, "I had the privilege of guiding MSOE's top students in civil infrastructure projects in Guatemala. Though the group's name changed, their dedication to quality work and collaboration remained constant. In tribute to the students, mentors, Guatemalan staff, and volunteers I worked with, I'm delighted to support MSOE's Humanitarian Engineering Club with an unlock challenge of $10,000." This means that for every 5 donors, $2,000 will be unlocked for the Humanitarian Engineering Club up to $10,000!
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Unlock $500 for WMSE Radio Station
Bob "The Dot" Schober '83 alumnus and avid fan of WMSE, is calling out to all of his fellow station fans. 15 donors to WMSE will unlock an additional $500 in support for our favorite radio station.
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