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, Manager of ConocoPhillips' Greater Prudhoe Area and University of Alaska Foundation board member, challenges Alaska's engineers to be part of the solution. To represent 75% of alumni staying in Alaska, 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.

The New Nurse Scholar Award helps UAA Nursing students share their research at the Annual Conference of the Western Institute of Nursing, inspiring them to pursue careers in nursing education. Here’s the challenge: Roseann Stichnoth has pledged to match every dollar raised, dollar for dollar, up to $1,500 to honor the memory of her beloved sister, the late Emerita Nursing Professor Dr. Maureen O’Malley. Your gift will be doubled! That means $25 becomes $50, $100 becomes $200, and together we can unlock $1,500 to inspire the next generation of nurse educators. Join the challenge, honor Dr. O’Malley’s legacy, and double your impact today!

Dr. Robert Bundtzen and Dr. Joan Bundtzen will match all gits to the Alaska WWAMI Biomedical Excellence Endowment Fund dollar for dollar up to $500.

When 1500 alumni and friends donate to any program or scholarship, the John C. Hughes Foundation will contribute $10,000 to support Alaskans pursuing degrees in education across the UA system. As a founding member of the University of Alaska Foundation 50 years ago, John C. Hughes was deeply passionate about education. His lasting legacy continues to strengthen higher education in Alaska and support future educators in our great state.

Summit Chiropractic and Massage values the role athletic training plays in injury prevention and rehabilitation. Summit challenges 15 people to support the Nanook Sports Performance fund to unlock their additional gift of $500. Help keep our student-athletes strong!

Excellence in Hockey Fund Challenge! When Giving Day donors reach 100 total donors, the Excellence in Hockey Fund will receive an extra $1,000 thanks to the generosity of Margorie Keene! Let’s rally together and hit this goal

First National Bank Alaska challenges 5 donors to support aspiring pharmacists with a donation to provide scholarships for tuition and other related direct educational expenses. When 5 donors give to the Klouda Memorial Scholarship, First National will unlock a $5,000 gift to support students in the Pharmacy department.

When 8 donors give to the Nursing Students in Need Fund, a $1,000 gift from Tina DeLapp, Patti Hong, and Judy Petersen will be unlocked! Your donation will provide crucial support to financially challenged nursing students to help them complete their final semester or cover examination and license fees (approximately $600) after graduation. Every gift helps future nurses achieve their dreams and serve our community!

When 5 donors give to the Dove M. Kull Memorial Social Work Scholarship, a $1,000 gift from an anonymous donor will be unlocked. Your gift will provide financial assistance for a student in the Bachelor's or Master's of Social Work degree programs at UAA.

When 5 donors give to the WWAMI 50th Anniversary Scholarship Fund, a $5,000 gift will be unlocked from Dr. Keir A. Fowler M.D., WWAMI Graduate (1994-1998).

Honor the Legacy. Inspire the Future. The Xavier Engle Memorial Award celebrates an outstanding student in the WWAMI medical education program who, like Xavier, demonstrates integrity, compassion, and kindness toward the human condition. This award goes beyond recognizing academic excellence—it honors the spirit of humanity and leadership in future healthcare providers. Here’s the challenge: When 10 donors contribute to the Xavier Engle Memorial Award Fund, an additional gift of $10,000 will be unlocked by the Family of Xavier and Pam Engle to support and inspire a student who embodies Xavier’s remarkable legacy.

Calling all UAF alumni! UAF alumni from all majors play a key role in Alaska's leadership in Arctic research and innovation by using their knowledge of the state's natural environment to advance various fields. UA President Pat Pitney challenges UAF alumni to make a gift to any fund that they are most passionate about. If 450 UAF alumni donate this Giving Day, President Pitney will donate an additional $2,000 to the College of Natural Science and Mathematics to inspire UAF students towards professional careers and public service through the lens of lifelong learning.

Bristol Bay Native Corporation will match all donations dollar for dollar to the Della Keats Summer Enrichment Program fund, up to $7,500. The Della Keats Health Sciences Summer Program propels rising 11th and 12th-grade students into careers in health care.

Dr. Robert Bundtzen and Dr. Joan Bundtzen will match all gifts to the Susan McLoughry Nursing Scholarship Fund dollar for dollar up to $2,000, to support tuition and related educational expenses for nursing students.

When 1,000 alumni and friends donate to any program or scholarship, UA Foundation Director and Former Regent Mary K. Hughes will contribute an additional $10,000 to support Alaskans pursuing degrees in education across the UA system. As a University of Alaska alumna and long-time advocate for public higher education in Alaska, Mary K. understands the vital role dedicated educators play in building our state's workforce. She and her family have been steadfast supporters of UA, and she encourages all alumni to join her in supporting the next generation of Alaska's educators.

The Alaska Nanooks Hockey Alumni Association Challenges 10 alumni to support Nanooks cross-country for their next season to unlock an additional gift of $500. Once a Nanook, always a Nanook!

When 249 donors give to any UAA fund. UAA's Chief Philanthropy Officer will unlock a $1000 gift to support UAA's Annual Fund for Excellence. Bobi is impressed by how this fund helps students and faculty get small gifts to make big things happen, such as allowing students to present at conferences or bringing up a special speakers.

Women's Basketball Challenge! When Seawolf Women’s Basketball reaches 100 donors, they’ll unlock an extra $2,000 thanks to the generosity of Beth Scott! Let’s keep the momentum going and hit this goal!

When $5,000 in gifts are made to the WPM+RE Program Excellence fund, a $25,000 gift will be unlocked to the WPM+RE fund by Calais Company, Inc.

When 6 donors give to the Home Instead Gerontology Scholarship, a $6,000 gift will be unlocked from Home Instead Alasaka. Your gift will provide financial assistance for College of Health students studying or enrolling in courses related to agting at UAA.

When 5 donors give to the Alaska WWAMI Biomedical Excellence Endowment Fund, a $5,000 gift will be unlocked from an anonymous donor.

When 5 donors give to the Della Keats Summer Enrichment Program fund, a $1,000 gift will be unlocked from an anonymous WWAMI faculty member

Calling all UAS alumni! UAS alumni of all majors provide leadership and perspective for our state. President Pitney challenges UAS alumni to make a gift to any fund that they are most passionate about. If 65 alumni donate this Giving Day, President Pitney will donate an additional $2,000 to be used for UAS' greatest needs as determined by Chancellor Aparna Palmer.

For every $100 raised for the UAA Excellence in Social Work Fund, the School of Social Work's Assistant Dean and select faculty and staff will each contribute five volunteer hours to a local nonprofit organization.