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#GivingTuesday is your chance to make a difference at CU

On Nov. 30, people across the globe are joining together to participate in #GivingTuesday, a global generosity movement unleashing the power of individuals and organizations to transform their communities and the world.

#GivingTuesday gives you the chance to partner with other passionate donors to make a targeted impact on a cause you care about. 

Will you join with CU on this global day of giving? In 2021, you can support university funds such as the Student Emergency Fund, Ralphie’s Endowment and the CU Boulder Fund for Excellence or choose to give to your favorite campus program. 

Learn more about some of the giving opportunities below.

 
Students enjoying class outside on the first day of classes.

Student Emergency Fund

Support CU Boulder students who are experiencing a crisis that could adversely affect their academic year. Some expenses that can be covered include: technology costs such as a laptop, internet, router, or software; assistance with tuition, books and supplies; assistance with housing or food insecurity; mental health or counseling costs that exceed campus services; and child care costs necessary to complete classwork.

Ralphie VI running with handlers on Folsom field

Ralphie’s Endowment

Provide support for Ralphie’s housing, care and handling, as well as to promote and market Ralphie for the betterment of CU Athletics. Help support our beloved mascot!

Engineering students in the classroom

 

CU Boulder Fund for Excellence

Donate to this flexible funding source to enhance student success and CU Boulder's prominence as an institution of higher education.

Engineering Center

College of Engineering and Applied Science

Support the Dean's Fund for Excellence, the BOLD Center or any departmental excellence fund within the College of Engineering and Applied Science. 

 

College of Arts and Sciences

Enhance the College of Arts and Sciences’ ability to open doors for students' lifelong professional pathways.

Student section at a Buffs football game

Athletics

Support the nearly 350 student-athletes of CU Athletics through one of two funds: the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Fund and the Crawford Family WHOLE Student-Athlete Fund. Buffs Nation is dedicated to supporting a strong community of belonging and the holistic wellbeing of student-athletes.