To close out the month of March, our Office of Development and Alumni Relations challenged Grinnellians with the Scarlet and Give Back Day. As far as I know, this was the biggest one-day push for giving in our history. Notable alumni Daniel ’77 and Patricia Jipp Finkelman ’80 were instrumental in the challenge, pledging a gift of $250 for each unique donor. The College received gifts totaling $136,336.10, with a total matching gift from the Finkelman's of $717,250. The one-day total was an amazing $853,586.10!
The official release stated "the collective impact of yesterday's effort will help support our enduring commitment to financial accessibility, academic excellence, and student success after Grinnell." Alumni were encouraged to give to either the General Fund or to a specific program or area of their choice. I know many former Pioneers gave back to the football program, and we appreciate their support!
Thanks to all! It's good to be a Pioneer! #GCPride
