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Kent State Giving Tuesday: $100,000 Matching Gift

by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Support Kent⁤ State Athletics This Giving Tuesday

Kent ​State University’s annual ⁤Giving Tuesday campaign kicks off‍ tomorrow,offering a significant opportunity to bolster Golden Flashes athletics. Starting at ‌midnight EST on tuesday,December 2,the⁢ Kent State University Foundation will match all ⁢donations dollar-for-dollar,up ​to‍ a maximum of $1,000 per donor,while matching funds last.

This generous matching gift ⁣initiative applies to all Kent State Athletics funds. The Foundation has⁢ pledged $100,000 to maximize the impact of donor contributions. Supporters can explore specific team funds ‍and make a difference ‌by visiting kentstatesports.com/supportyoursport.

Giving Tuesday has become a global day⁣ of giving fueled ‍by the power of community and collective generosity. Kent State’s participation ‍provides a crucial fundraising boost for its athletic ⁣programs, enabling ⁤continued success for student-athletes.

Giving Tuesday: A Growing Tradition

Giving Tuesday was ⁢created in⁢ 2012 ​as a counter-programming‍ day⁣ to the‌ consumerism of Black Friday and⁣ Cyber Monday. It has since grown into a massive global event, encouraging people to donate to​ charities and causes they believe in. Universities, like Kent State, leverage this momentum to support vital programs and initiatives.

frequently Asked Questions About Giving Tuesday at Kent State

  • What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday‌ is a global ⁣day⁤ of giving held annually on the Tuesday‌ after Thanksgiving.
  • When dose the matching gift ⁢opportunity begin? ‍ The matching gift opportunity begins at midnight EST on Tuesday, december 2.
  • How much will ‍the kent State University Foundation match? The Foundation will match gifts dollar-for-dollar, up‍ to $1,000 per donor, ‍with a total⁤ pledge ⁣of $100,000.
  • Can I support a specific Kent State athletics team? Yes, you can find⁣ a list of featured team funds ​at kentstatesports.com/supportyoursport.
  • What impact does my donation have? Your donation‌ directly supports Kent State‌ student-athletes and their pursuit of‍ academic and athletic ⁢excellence.

We‌ hope you’ll join us in supporting the Golden Flashes this Giving Tuesday! ​⁤ Share⁢ this article with your network, leave a comment with your favorite Kent State team, or subscribe⁢ to the ‍kent State‌ Foundation newsletter for updates on future ⁤giving opportunities.

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