Fueling the Future: Investing in UCF

On April 10 UCF Day of Giving brought Black & Gold together for a 24-hour celebration of Knight Nation. Over 4,800 donors gave more than 10,450 individual gifts, which will fuel student success, infuse technology across disciplines, drive world-changing research and elevate our athletics programs to new heights.

The event featured fun online challenges and in-person activities, including a pep rally in the Student Union. This annual observance continues to inspire and empower the UCF community, proving that these collective efforts make an enormous impact.

“UCF Day of Giving is … about providing our students an attainable, high-quality education; emboldening the country’s leading researchers to innovate and revolutionize; and challenging what we know today to explore what we’ll discover tomorrow.”— Rodney Grabowski, senior vice president for advancement and partnerships, and CEO of the UCF Foundation

$14.8 million

Raised — the highest amount yet and a 63% increase over last year

11,550+

Miles from UCF to Australia — the farthest distance a gift was made from

1,370+

Gifts were made to support student groups, such as UCF’s Rowing Club, Collegiate Cyber Defense Team and President’s Leadership Council

UCF President Alexander N. Cartwright takes a photo with students during the power hour celebration.

Cheerleaders perform during the power hour event.

A student poses for a photo with Knightro.

UCF Police Department therapy dog Luna was also present for the event.

Thank you, Knight Nation for your generosity on UCF Day of Giving.