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Matches and Challenges

Don't miss the chance to multiply your impact, thanks to gift matching opportunities from some of our most generous donors.

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POWER HOUR! Between 2:00 - 3:00 PM CST
Thanks to a generous matching gift, any gifts made to ANY area between 2:00 - 3:00 PM will be matched dollar for dollar up to $3,000!
$3,000 MATCHED
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$50,000
Unlock an Additional $50,000 for the Raider Athletic Fund
Today your gift can make an even bigger impact. ANY GIFT to ANY ATHLETICS AREA will count towards our global athletics challenge for the Raider Athletic Fund. Alumni, Kathy Ruehlow '72 is challenging the MSOE community to unite and support athletics. For every 75 donors, $12,500 will be unlocked for the Raider Athletic Fund. That means if we get 300 unique athletic donors, an extra $50,000 will be unlocked for the Raider Athletic Fund.
300 / 300 Donors
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$100,000
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 60 donors, $20,000 will be unlocked for the Fund for MSOE up to $100,000. That means if we get 300 unique donors the entire day to any fund then the Fund for MSOE will be granted an extra $100,000!
300 / 300 Donors
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$5,000
15 Donors to Women's Basketball Unlocks an Additional $5,000
Thanks to an anonymous donor, 15 unique donors to the Women's Basketball program will unlock an additional $5,000 in support.
15 / 15 Donors
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$10,000
20 Donors to Men's Lacrosse unlocks an additional $10,000
Help us reach 20 unique donors to the to unlock an additional $10,000 in support. This challenge is made possible thanks to current parents Eric and Stephanie Stahl whose son is attending MSOE and on the Lacrosse team.
20 / 20 Donors
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$2,500
15 Donors to Men's Ice Hockey Unlocks an Additional $2,500
Thanks to an anonymous donor, 15 unique donors to the Men's Ice Hockey will unlock an additional $2,500 in support.
15 / 15 Donors
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$2,500
30 Donors to Men's Soccer Unlocks an Additional $2,500
Rochambo Coffee and Tea House is challenging 30 alumni, faculty, staff, and friends to make a gift to the Men's Soccer team to unlock an additional $2,500 in support for the program.
30 / 30 Donors
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$1,500
10 Donors to Men's Basketball Unlocks an Additional $1,500
Alumnus Neil Trainor '08 is challenging 10 alumni, faculty, staff and friends to make a gift to the Men's Basketball team to unlock an additional $1,500 in support.
10 / 10 Donors
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Raider Shop Round Up!
Join us at the Raider Shop and make a difference by rounding up to the nearest dollar on your purchase to support Giving Day! Your generous donation supports academics, athletics, student organizations, WMSE, scholarships and more. Plus, for every dollar rounded up, MSOE's VP of Marketing, Saj Thachenkary, and Jackie Thachenkary will generously match dollar for dollar!
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Show Your Raider Pride!
It is #MSOEDAY and we are calling out to the entire MSOE community to show your Raider Pride today by wearing your MSOE swag. Post on your social media with the #MSOEDAY for everyone to see.
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MSOE Athletics Matching Challenge
We did it! The $5,000 match is complete.
$5,000 MATCHED
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POWER HOUR! Between 8:00-9:00 PM CST
Thanks to a generous matching gift, any gifts made to ANY area between 8:00 - 9:00 PM CST will be matched dollar for dollar up to $4,000!
$4,000 MATCHED
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$25,000 Match For Athletics
There has been such great support for MSOE athletics that a new match has just been released! Thanks to American Dining Creations, any gift to MSOE athletics will be matched dollar for dollar up to $25,000.
$25,000 MATCHED
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Leaderboard
Athletics Leaderboard Challenge
Thanks to Paul Matson, VP of Finance and CFO, and Graciela Zapillon the athletic team with the most donors will earn $450 bonus for their group. Second place will earn $350, and third place will secure $200 for their athletic team.
Rank Prize Fund Designation Donors
1 $450 RAF-Men's Soccer 193
2 $350 RAF-Men's Ice Hockey 164
3 $200 RAF-Men's Lacrosse 89
4 RAF-Women's Ice Hockey 67
5 RAF-Women's Softball 45
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$2,500
30 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 30 parent donors to ANY fund will unlock an additional $2,500 in support to the Parent and Family Fund.
30 / 30 Donors
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$1,000
15 Donors to the Rowing Program unlocks an Additional $1,000
The Rowing Alumni Association Board is calling upon the MSOE community to rally behind our rowing programs! With just 15 donors contributing, we can unlock an extra $1,000 in support for Rowing.
15 / 15 Donors
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$5,000
15 Donors to Men's Track and Field Unlocks an Additional $5,000
Thanks to an anonymous donor, 15 unique donors to Men's Track and Field will unlock an additional $5,000 in support for the program.
15 / 15 Donors
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$5,000
20 Donors Unlocks an Additional $5,000 to Men's Baseball
Thanks to an anonymous donor, 20 unique donors to Men's Baseball will unlock an additional $5,000 to support the program.
20 / 20 Donors
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$5,000
15 Donors to Men's Wrestling Unlocks an Additional $5,000
Alumnus Matthew Olsen '11 is challenging 15 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.
15 / 15 Donors
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POWER HOUR! Between 6:00 - 7:00 PM CST
Thanks to a generous matching gift from MSOE President Dr. John Walz and Moira Walz, any gifts made to ANY area between 6:00 - 7:00 PM will be matched dollar for dollar up to $2,500!
$2,500 MATCHED
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Senior Class Gift
Graduating seniors give back! Join the Giving Day challenge and leave your mark on the MSOE community! With your senior class gift of just $120 (normally $150), secure a personalized paver in the University Terrace by making a gift to any area of campus. Recognize your favorite student organization, academic department, athletic team, scholarship, or any area of campus that is most meaningful to you. Plus, donations of $25 or more will earn you a philanthropy cord to wear at commencement, recognizing your support. Contribute today and make a difference for your current and future classmates!
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Cash Cab!
With the generous sponsorship of Dr. Eric Baumgartner, Executive VP of Academics, and Annmarie Baumgartner, Giving Day brings an exciting opportunity for students. Flag down the roaming golf cart around campus for a ride to and from class! While aboard, participate in MSOE trivia for a chance to win money toward your preferred campus area! It's a fun and engaging way to support MSOE and learn more about its history.
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