Give Day Raises Over $870,000 to Support Student Scholarships and Programs
Bellingham, WA — April 28, 2025 — The Foundation for & Alumni is proud to announce the success of Western Washington University’s 10th annual fundraising event, Give Day. Held on April 24, 2025, this year's event raised an impressive $873,758 from 2,379 total donations to support student scholarships, academic programs, and campus initiatives.
Kim O’Neill, vice president for University Advancement and CEO of The Foundation for & Alumni, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Western community for their generosity and spirit of support.
“During a time when families are feeling the effects of economic uncertainty, the outpouring of support we saw on Give Day is truly inspiring,” O’Neill said. “Colleges across the country — including Western — are facing unprecedented challenges. Rising costs, shifting demographics, and broader economic pressures are impacting how institutions operate and how students plan their futures. In light of these challenges, every gift on Give Day means even more.”
This year’s Give Day once again highlighted the critical importance of scholarships and program support in helping students navigate the rising costs and challenges of higher education. O’Neill emphasized how vital donor support is to the university’s continued success.
“Our students—and their families—are seeking stability and opportunity in uncertain times,” O’Neill said. “Thanks to our community’s generosity, we are able to open more doors, ease financial burdens, and empower students to succeed and thrive at Western.”
“Private support plays an increasingly vital role in fulfilling 's public mission,” said President Sabah Randhawa. “The results from this year's Give Day reflect the deep trust our community places in Western to educate future leaders, expand access to opportunity, and serve the public good. We’re grateful for the belief our supporters have in 's purpose.”
The Foundation for & Alumni extends its sincere thanks to every donor and volunteer who made Give Day 2025 a success. Their support will have a lasting impact on the university community and will help ensure that Western remains a place of opportunity for generations to come.
For more information about Western Washington University’s fundraising initiatives and scholarship programs, please visit .
Contact:
Loren Skaggs
Director of Marketing and Communication
The Foundation for & Alumni
(360) 650-4330
skaggsl@wwu.edu
About the Foundation
The Foundation was established in 1966 as a vehicle to receive and encourage private giving to . In the past year, donors have provided $24 million to the University in the form of annual gifts, endowed gifts, estate gifts, and gifts in kind like real estate, equipment, and works of art. Gifts fund student scholarships, as well as provide support for programs, faculty, clubs, and teams.
In 2023, The Foundation for & Alumni was formed when the Foundation merged with the Alumni Association. The Foundation for & Alumni serves all alumni, donors and members of the community from a single, streamlined organization.