UA Giving Day 2026

The UA President's Office will match donations to the UAS General Scholarship dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000, with a grant from the President's Office.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your generous support of the University of Alaska Southeast Alumni Scholarship! Your gift, together with the $2,500 challenge provided by the UAS Alumni Association, is helping grow scholarship funding and create more opportunities for students to pursue their educational goals. Because of supporters like you and the continued commitment of the Alumni Association, more students are able to stay focused on their studies and move closer to achieving their dreams. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for the Alumni Association’s leadership in making this meaningful impact possible.

Thank you to the 100 UAS Alumni donors and UA President Pat Pitney for unlocking $2,000 to support the UAS Excellence fund!

Thank you for joining us on Giving Day and for your generous support of Alaska Native Studies at UAS! Your contribution, along with the inspiring $2,000 challenge gift from Wostmann & Associates, is helping strengthen the Dr. Alfred E. Widmark Alaska Native and Rural Student Center and expand the programs and services that support Alaska Native and rural students. Through your kindness and the generosity of Wostmann & Associates, students are gaining greater access to resources, cultural connection, and educational opportunities that help them thrive. We are sincerely grateful for your support and for Wostmann & Associates’ commitment to making this meaningful impact possible.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your meaningful support of the Dr. Alfred E. Widmark Alaska Native and Rural Student Center! Your gift, paired with the remarkable $5,000 challenge contribution from a generous anonymous donor, is helping enhance programs, services, and learning environments that uplift Alaska Native and rural students at UAS. Because of your generosity and the visionary support of this donor, students are benefiting from stronger academic resources, community spaces, and opportunities that foster growth and success. We are truly thankful for your commitment to these students and for the anonymous donor who made this powerful challenge possible.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your generous support of UAS Ketchikan students through the Ketchikan Advisory Council Scholarship Fund! Your gift, combined with the generous $1,000 challenge from the UAS Ketchikan Campus Advisory Council, is helping create more scholarship opportunities and reduce financial barriers for students pursuing their education at UAS Ketchikan. Because of supporters like you and the leadership of the Advisory Council, students are able to focus more fully on their studies and achieve their academic and career goals. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to student success and for the Council’s dedication to strengthening the UAS Ketchikan community.

Challenge unlocked! Thank you, Mary K. Hughes and the John C. Hughes Foundation, and to our generous UA Giving Day donors. $5,000 has been unlocked to support the Patricia Hughes Eastaugh Teaching Scholarship for education students systemwide. Because of you, future educators across Alaskawill receive the support they need to learn, lead, and make a lasting impact in their communities.

Alaska counts on our incredible engineers to find the solution to complex Arctic concerns. 75% of UA's grads stay in Alaska long-term, which is something to be proud of; the challenge at hand is ensuring bright students receive the support they need to enroll and graduate. Stephanie Erickson, University of Alaska Foundation board member, challenges Alaska's engineers to be part of the solution. To represent 75% of alumni staying in Alaska long-term, when we reach 750 donors to any program or scholarship, Stephanie will donate $2,000, split between UAA College of Engineering and UAF College of Engineering and Mines.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your generous support of the UAS Alaska GED Achiever Scholarship! Your gift, strengthened by the generous matching commitment from Michael and Jeri, is helping create new pathways to higher education for students who are working hard to achieve their academic dreams. Because of your kindness and the inspiring generosity of Michael and Jeri, more students are receiving the financial support they need to continue their education and build brighter futures. We are truly grateful for your contribution and for Michael and Jeri’s dedication to expanding opportunity at UAS.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your generous support of the UAS General Scholarship Support Fund! Your gift, combined with the remarkable $10,000 challenge contribution from Karen Carey, is helping expand scholarship resources and ease financial barriers for students across UAS. Because of your generosity and Karen Carey’s inspiring leadership support, more students are able to continue their education with greater stability and opportunity. We are truly grateful for your commitment to student success and for former Chancellor Carey’s dedication to making this transformative challenge possible.

Thank you for taking part in Giving Day and for your generous gift to the UAS Mental Wellness Support Fund! Your contribution, combined with the $1,000 matching support provided by the Grind Coffee Company, is helping enhance mental wellness initiatives and expand resources that support students throughout their academic journeys. Through your generosity and the partnership of The Grind Coffee Company, more students are gaining access to services that promote balance, resilience, and overall well-being. We sincerely appreciate your support and the Grind’s commitment to uplifting student health across UAS.

Thank you for supporting the UAS Mental Wellness Support Fund on Giving Day and for your generous commitment to student well-being! Your gift, strengthened by the generous matching contribution from Abi and Julia Spofford, is helping broaden access to mental health services, programs, and support systems for UAS students. Because of your compassion and the Spoffords’ incredible generosity, more students are receiving the care and encouragement they need to succeed both academically and personally. We are truly grateful for your support and for Abi and Julia Spofford’s dedication to making a lasting difference in student wellness.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your generous support of the Jan Straley Whale Research Fund! Your gift, combined with the extraordinary $25,000 match from Professor Emerita Jan Straley, is helping advance critical whale research while creating valuable hands-on learning opportunities for UAS students. Because of supporters like you and Professor Straley’s remarkable leadership, researchers and students are able to deepen scientific understanding, protect marine ecosystems, and contribute to the well-being of our coastal communities. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to marine science and for Professor Straley’s generosity in making this transformational opportunity possible.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your generous support of the UAS Excellence Fund! Your gift, combined with the generous $1,000 challenge from the UAS Juneau Campus Advisory Council, is helping expand scholarship opportunities and reduce financial barriers for students across UAS. Because of supporters like you and the leadership of the Advisory Council, students are able to focus more fully on their education, pursue their goals, and build brighter futures. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to student success and for the Council’s dedication to strengthening the UAS community.

Thank you for being part of Giving Day and for your generous support of UAS Sitka students through the Sitka Campus General Scholarship Support Fund! Your gift, combined with the generous $1,000 challenge from the UAS Sitka Campus Advisory Council, is helping create more scholarship opportunities and ease financial barriers for students pursuing their education at UAS Sitka. Because of supporters like you and the leadership of the Advisory Council, students are able to focus more fully on their studies and build brighter futures. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to student success and for the Council’s dedication to strengthening the UAS Sitka community.

Alaska counts on our incredible engineers to find the solution to complex Arctic concerns. 75% of UA's grads stay in Alaska long-term, which is something to be proud of; the challenge at hand is ensuring bright students receive the support they need to enroll and graduate. Stephanie Erickson, University of Alaska Foundation board member, challenges Alaska's engineers to be part of the solution. To represent 75% of alumni staying in Alaska long-term, when we reach 750 donors to any program or scholarship, Stephanie will donate $2,000, split between UAA College of Engineering and UAF College of Engineering and Mines.

Thank you for joining us on Giving Day and for your generous support of UAS Career Education Excellence! Your contribution, together with the $2,000 challenge gift made possible by a generous anonymous donor, is helping strengthen hands-on learning programs and prepare students with practical skills for today’s workforce. Because of your support and the visionary generosity of this donor, students are gaining valuable experience that connects classroom learning with real-world careers. We are deeply thankful for your commitment to student success and for the anonymous donor who made this impactful challenge possible.

The UA Foundation Board of Directors thanks the first-hour donors who have set UA Giving Day on a great foot. UA Foundation Board has made their $5,500 donation to UA General Scholarship. Keep spreading the word about UA Giving Day to make UA Giving Day a success!