A successful fundraising program relies on dedicated alumni volunteers who concentrate on personal outreach to raise donor engagement and encourage support for the University.
All fundraising volunteers conduct outreach in the fall and spring of each fiscal year. Athletic fundraising volunteers also connect with teammates to encourage gifts during our annual athletics fundraising challenge, March Mania, in March.
The Colgate alumni who were shaped by their four years on the hill play an essential role in shaping the experiences of students and the University. One way Colgate graduates do this is by offering career development opportunities for students.
Whether you assist students with preliminary career exploration, provide strategy on searches, or hire a student, Colgate and its students appreciates and benefits from your volunteerism.
Every Friday the 13th, the Colgate community celebrates . . .
Colgate Day is a worldwide celebration that takes place every Friday the 13th. It’s a day to gather with Colgate friends and show your pride for your alma mater, to wear maroon, and to show your love on social media. On Colgate Day we celebrate our Colgate spirit, and our connection with Colgate alumni spread all across the globe.
Colgate’s advancement staff furthers the institution’s mission by establishing relationships between alumni, parents, students, and the University.
Through these connections, the advancement team generates significant funding, resources, and opportunities that help Colgate and its students to ascend.