Georgia College & State University’s 7th annual Athletics Day of Giving returns Oct. 20, bringing the excitement of Athletics Alumni Weekend to one final, powerful moment: a day dedicated to the future of Bobcat Athletics.
The annual tradition unites Bobcat fans, alumni, parents, families and friends from across the country to support GCSU’s student-athletes and the 13 Bobcat athletics programs.
This year’s celebration begins Oct. 16 with the Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, followed by a full slate of Athletics Alumni Weekend events Oct. 17, including alumni games for men’s basketball, tennis and baseball.
The weekend concludes with Athletics Day of Giving Oct. 20, providing the entire Bobcat community the opportunity to carry the momentum of the weekend forward and make an impact on the future of GCSU Athletics.
Athletics Day of Giving provides critical resources that directly enhance the student-athlete experience, including travel, training, equipment, facilities, gear, scholarships and other program needs. One-hundred percent of every dollar donated goes directly to the designated fund, ensuring each contribution supports the area selected by the donor.
“Our Athletics Day of Giving is a powerful reflection of what makes Bobcat Nation so special,” Director of Athletics Wendell Staton said. “When our alumni, parents, fans and friends come together, their generosity creates opportunities that directly impact our student-athletes. We are excited to celebrate our Bobcat tradition throughout Athletics Alumni Weekend and then come together once again on Oct. 20 to invest in the future of GCSU Athletics.”
This year’s campaign goal is 1,200 gifts. Contributions of any size count toward the campaign, and donors can direct their support to the athletics program or designated fund that means the most to them.
As a special donor appreciation gift, supporters who make a donation of $250 or more during Athletics Day of Giving can receive an exclusive GCSU Athletics canvas tote bag.
“Each year, we see the incredible difference our Bobcat community can make when we rally around our student-athletes,” Assistant Director of Athletics Partnerships Hampton Pelton said. “This year, we’re challenging Bobcat Nation to come together and reach 1,200 gifts. Whether you’re an alum, parent, fan, friend or first-time donor, your participation helps build momentum and strengthens the student-athlete experience at GCSU.”
Early giving is now open. Supporters can make their Athletics Day of Giving gift today through the Athletics Day of Giving page and help build momentum toward the goal of 1,200 gifts.
For businesses, parents or other supporters interested in creating an unlocking challenge or making a leadership- level contribution, contact Hampton Pelton at hampton.pelton@gcsu.edu.
From the Hall of Fame to alumni games and Deep Roots, this year’s Athletics Alumni Weekend is a celebration of the people, traditions and experiences that make GCSU Athletics special. On Oct. 20, Bobcat Nation will have one more opportunity to come together and make an impact.
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