{"id":145921,"date":"2025-04-02T12:09:23","date_gmt":"2025-04-02T16:09:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/news\/?p=145921"},"modified":"2025-04-08T12:39:14","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T16:39:14","slug":"9-unique-funds-to-support-on-ucf-day-of-giving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/news\/9-unique-funds-to-support-on-ucf-day-of-giving\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Unique Funds to Support on UCF Day of Giving"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>That special time of year is approaching here at UCF when Knight Nation rallies together to bounce, stomp, splash and cheer for all things Black &amp; Gold during UCF Day of Giving on April 10.<\/p>\n<p>By supporting students, life-changing research and initiatives that mean the most to you, you\u2019ll help launch Knights to new heights! Not sure where to make your gift this year? Here are some of the lesser-known, unique programs, departments and services available for support. Discover where <em>you <\/em>can be a force for the future.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145925 img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-360x242.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145925 img-fluid aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG-360x242.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCFDoG.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/center-for-autism-and-related-disabilities?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=card\"><strong>The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>One of the best-kept secrets on campus is the UCF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD). As one of seven regional centers established in Florida, CARD offers resources and nonresidential services to individuals with autism and related disabilities, as well as their families. From educational seminars to support services, including phone consultations and school observations and recommendations, CARD address issues that impact individuals across the lifespan. Use your gift to support CARD and its important work in our community.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145926 img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-360x242.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145926 img-fluid aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL-360x242.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/PIXEL.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/pixel-performing-arts-center-building-fund?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=pixel\"><strong>PIXEL &#8211; Performance, Immersive Experience and Entertainment Lab Fund<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Meet PIXEL \u2014 a new, one-of-a-kind building planned for the heart of UCF\u2019s campus. Designed to defy the limits of traditional performance spaces, it will foster collaboration between the arts and other disciplines, including business, engineering, hospitality, sciences and more. The space will allow students to learn the latest in 3D projection and how to incorporate virtual and augmented reality into traditional art forms while also creating immersive experiences for audiences. PIXEL will be a space to create, collaborate and innovate.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145927 img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-360x242.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145927 img-fluid aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9-360x242.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-K-9.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/police-k-9?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=k9\"><strong>Police K-9 <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Beyond putting smiles on the faces of everyone they meet, UCF\u2019s Police K-9s play a critical role in keeping our campus and students safe. By making a gift to the UCF Police Department\u2019s K-9 fund, you\u2019ll help support the adoption, training and care of our four-legged officers. Who can resist those puppy-dog eyes?<br>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"587\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-145932 img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-360x240.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"587\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-145932 img-fluid lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20587%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20587%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1-360x240.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-CoM-1.jpg\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/college-of-medicine-student-help-fund?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=comhelp\"><strong>College of Medicine Student Help Fund<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Even those who dedicate their lives to saving others need support sometimes. Help UCF College of Medicine students and future health care leaders when they need it most. This fund assists Knights facing food insecurity, illness and natural disasters, helping them navigate challenging times and continue their education. It also supports UCF student and resident\/fellow wellness programs.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-145930 img-fluid\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-360x242.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-145930 img-fluid lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF-360x242.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-HIF.jpg\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/housing-insecurity-fund?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=housins\"><strong>Housing Insecurity Fund<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Forty-eight percent of college students are affected by housing insecurity, and 14% are affected by homelessness, according to a recent Hope Center for College, Community and Justice survey. The Housing Insecurity Fund provides relief to students experiencing housing insecurity or facing homelessness, helping them continue their education and thrive.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" class=\"img-fluid wp-image-142858 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights.jpg\" alt=\"Red and blue police lights near a car crash in a city at night.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-360x240.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" class=\"img-fluid wp-image-142858 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201200%20800%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Red and blue police lights near a car crash in a city at night.\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201200%20800%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights-360x240.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2024\/08\/Police-lights.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/ucf-student-emergency-fund?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=studemergency\"><strong>Student Emergency Fund<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Created to support students facing hardship that may hinder their education, the Student Emergency Fund provides financial support for textbooks, fees and other education-related expenses for qualifying students.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145931 img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-360x242.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145931 img-fluid aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS-360x242.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-MVSS.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/military-and-veteran-student-success?utm_source=ucf.edu_news&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=7_unique_funds\"><strong>Office of Military and Veteran Student Success (MVSS)&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Office of Military and Veteran Student Success (MVSS) was created to provide student veterans with the tools, resources and support needed to earn their degrees. By making a gift to the MVSS, you\u2019ll help fund supplies, programs and events that benefit the center.<br>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145933 img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-360x242.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145933 img-fluid aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC-360x242.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FSEC.jpg\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/florida-solar-energy-center?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=fsec\"><strong>Florida Solar Energy Center<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This year marks the 50th anniversary of UCF\u2019s Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC), which is dedicated to preparing the next generation of energy leaders. Your gift to FSEC supports research, workforce development and education activities, including the annual EnergyWhiz competition for K-12 students, professional development for teachers and continuing education for energy practitioners. Help expand these efforts and more as we work toward a more resilient energy future.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145934 img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA.jpg\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-360x242.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"592\" class=\"size-full wp-image-145934 img-fluid aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20880%20592%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-761x512.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-595x400.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA-360x242.jpg 360w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/20\/files\/2025\/04\/UCF-DoG-FIEA.jpg\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/campaigns\/florida-interactive-entertainment-academy?utm_source=ucftoday&amp;utm_medium=editorial&amp;utm_campaign=funds&amp;utm_content=fiea\"><strong>Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy (FIEA) is UCF\u2019s globally ranked graduate program, preparing students for careers in the game industry with expertise in areas such as the arts, programming, production, design and more. Support the next generation of industry leaders by ensuring they have access to cutting-edge technology and meaningful learning experiences.<\/p>\n<p>These are just a few of the many impactful funds that you can donate to during UCF Day of Giving on April 10. We encourage you to explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/dayofgiving.ucf.edu\/?utm_source=ucf.edu_news&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=7_unique_funds\">full list of funds<\/a> and make a gift to the area that matters most to you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With UCF Day of Giving approaching on April 10, here are a few areas to consider making a gift 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