“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
As the sensible proverb states, going far requires going collectively. Wear Black, Give Back (WBGB), UNO’s 24-hour giving day, is simply across the nook—from Oct. 8 at 12 p.m. to Oct. 9 at 12 p.m. This yr, each reward, share, and problem brings us nearer to unlocking life-changing alternatives for the complete Maverick Family—let’s see how far we will go, collectively!
Campaign Goals for 2025 🎯
- UNO aim: 6,500 items throughout WBGB. Once this aim is reached, extra game-changing items shall be unlocked (extra particulars under).
- College of IS&T aim: 100 items, which might be probably the most raised in WBGB historical past for IS&T, unlocking extra donor matches, items, and alternatives.
3 methods to assist IS&T this giving season
1. Spread the Word 🔊
Share with no less than 3 folks. There are so many easy methods to assist: ship a WBGB e-mail to 3 buddies, replace your e-mail signature, change your Zoom background, or put up on social media. Every share amplifies our impression and brings us nearer to our aim!
Click the link to access all the digital campaign resources
2. Participate in Fun Activities & Win Prizes 🎉
Whether it is collaborating in enjoyable on-campus scavenger hunts or thrilling challenges on-line, there are lots of methods to have interaction on this yr’s WBGB. Below are a number of pattern methods to be part of the enjoyable:
- Mini Durango Scavenger Hunt (for college kids) – Find 10 Durangos with prizes totaling $500
- Woof Back, Meow Back – Share a photograph of your furry Mav fan on social for an opportunity to win a $100 reward made of their identify plus a UNO pet jersey
- Throw the Horns Challenge – Show us your horns! Winner will get a present made of their identify plus a UNO t-shirt
Click to view the full list of fun challenges
3. Give and Transform Lives 💝
Achieving 6,500 items UNO-wide and 100 items for the College of IS&T is bold—and we’d like YOU to make it occur! Every reward of $5 or extra to ANY space helps obtain our milestone. Plus, donors of $75+ obtain an unique UNO belt bag as a particular thanks.
Here’s What Your Generosity Helps Make Possible ✅
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$350,000 in UNO Scholarships – If we hit 6,500 items, an nameless donor will give $350,000 to assist scholarships! Thank you to this beneficiant nameless supporter for believing in our college students.
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$10,000 for UNO Student Scholarships – If 500 college students give $5+, $10,000 shall be donated to UNO scholar scholarships, thanks to the beneficiant donation of Chancellor Joanne Li.
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$6,000 matching funds to the College of IS&T – First $6,000 given to the College of IS&T shall be matched dollar-for-dollar thanks to the beneficiant assist of MCL Construction ($5,000 reward) and Lindsay Corporation ($1,000 reward).
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$1,000 for College of IS&T scholar scholarships – For each donation to College of IS&T scholarships, an extra $10 shall be added for every donor (up to $1,000 whole), thanks to the beneficiant donation of Brian Dorn, Ph.D., College of IS&T Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs.
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$5,000 for College of IS&T scholar scholarships – If 100 folks give $5+ to the College of IS&T, $5,000 shall be donated to College of IS&T scholar scholarships, thanks to the beneficiant donation of Martha Garcia-Murillo, Ph.D., College of IS&T Lee D. and Willa Seemann Distinguished Dean.
- $15,000 for Faculty & Staff – Via the Faculty and Staff Challenge: If 750 UNO workers give $5+, Phil He (Ph.D. ’97) and Ling Ren (Ph.D. ’06) will generously donate:
- $10,000 to Staff Advisory Council
- $5,000 to Faculty Senate
Click here to view College of IS&T WBGB website
Key Times to Give ⏰
Power Hours – Don’t Miss Out:
- Champions Power Hour – Oct. 9, 9-10 a.m.: Champion web page with probably the most donors wins $500 bonus!
- Early Bird Challenge – One reward made earlier than midday on Wednesday will get $250 added to the full. All early items shall be eligible for this match, and one winner shall be chosen randomly.
Milestone Rewards – Be THE Special Donor:
UNO, we’ll have a good time in a giant means once we attain totally different milestones:
- 6,five hundredth Gift – Fran Marshall will add $5,000 to the 6,five hundredth reward made! We’re grateful to Fran Marshall for this wonderful grand finale reward.
[view other milestone rewards on the website]
A Heartfelt Thank You ❤️
To all our problem donors, match supporters, and each single one that provides throughout WBGB—THANK YOU! Your generosity creates ripple results that remodel lives, gasoline desires, and construct a stronger Maverick group. Together, we’re not simply reaching targets; we’re altering the long run for college kids, school, and employees throughout our complete campus.
Let’s make the unattainable potential—collectively!
GO MAVS!!