May 22 Set for First-Ever Athletics Giving Day
5/21/2018 12:00:00 AM | General
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- The Deacon Club is calling on all friends and fans of Wake Forest to invest in our athletic programs during Deacs Day of Giving, a 24-hour fundraising event to be held on Tuesday, May 22.
The Deacon Club aims to raise $100,000 in new and increased donations for the Annual Fund through the campaign, which will be used to fund investments in recruiting, training and educational resources that will allow current and future Demon Deacons to achieve unparalleled success.
The campaign features special challenges for all members of the Wake Forest community, including fans, former student-athletes and current and former members of Greek life:
Fan Challenge
● A sport of your choice will receive a portion of your gift for next season
Former Student-Athlete Challenges
● $5,000 awarded to the sport with the highest percentage of former student-athletes who join the Deacon Club
● $5,000 awarded to the sport with the greatest percentage increase in dollars raised from last year to this year
● Each team will be awarded with 50% of all dollars raised over last year
Greek Life Challenge
● The chapter that raises the most money will be rewarded with special recognition at a home football game, a plaque memorializing the achievement and a letter of recognition sent to headquarters detailing the organization's commitment to the event.
"Deacs Day of Giving is a special opportunity to make your gift go even further," said Barry Faircloth, Senior Associate Athletic Director. "Not only are you supporting all student-athletes by providing critical resources including scholarships, nutrition, strength and conditioning and facilities, but by donating on May 22 you are also helping your sport compete for additional funds for next season, or helping your Greek chapter get rewarded. It's truly a win-win."
For more on Deacs Day of Giving, including challenge standings and to make a gift, visit the campaign website at DeacsGive.DeaconClub.com. In addition, you can help spread the word on social media through the social toolkit and by posting using #DeacsGive2018.
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