Stay tuned for more information on UConn Gives 2026!
UConn Gives is a way for UConn Nation to show its strength, pride, and spirit by supporting the University we love. For 36 hours, UConn Nation will come together to celebrate our accomplishments and lift up our passions. Groups across all five campuses will connect with their supporters around the world to raise funds for the programs and causes important to them.
The possibilities are endless. Whether it’s a school, college, department, club, student group, or research area, give to what’s most important to you.
Essentials
Get started with UConn Gives! Download the logo, use the boilerplate message, and start sharing. We’ve provided key messages and email templates to help you connect with your network. Use social media to engage your followers and email to reach out directly.
Access the full suite of logos. Choose the version that works best for you.
Add these key points to your communication material, or use them as a starting point in crafting your own messages.
- UConn Gives is a 36-hour giving initiative that brings UConn Nation together to support and celebrate what they care about at UConn.
- On April 21-22 make a gift at s.uconn.edu/uconngives25! Spread the word using #UConnGives.
- At #UConnGives, you can maximize the impact of your gift through dollar-for-dollar matches and challenges.
Support UConn’s commitment to excellence by giving at s.uconn.edu/uconngives25 during UConn Gives, April 21-22.
Utilize the power of social media to get your network excited about UConn Gives. Reach your followers on any social platform using elements below.
Images
Make your social media posts visually impactful with these UConn Gives images.
Sample Posts
Need some inspiration for your social posts? Check out these samples that you can use or adapt for your social media outreach.
Social Media FAQ
Need more information? Check out our list of frequently asked questions about social strategy and social media best practices.
Connect with your network effectively by reaching out directly through email using the templates below.
Email Samples
Copy, paste, and customize these email samples to share with those in your network.
Here are some ways to express your gratitude that can be customized to your project:
- “Together, we do great things! Thanks to you and the remarkable support of UConn Nation during UConn Gives 2025, we collectively raised $___ for [Fund Name]! We can now [achieve/explore/accomplish] ______, reaching new levels of excellence!”
- “We did it! Thanks to your support during UConn Gives 2025, we will be able to [help/do/accomplish] __ and __ this year!”
- “From around the world and close to home, your support truly speaks to the strength of UConn Nation. From all of us here at [School/College/Unit/Group] – thank you for your generosity during our annual UConn Gives! Our success is made possible because of you.”
Additional Resources
For more information, check out our FAQ and watch the workshop recording. You can also sign up to receive a weekly newsletter with additional tips and updates.
Need more information? Check out our list of frequently asked questions regarding UConn Gives.
Miss the UConn Gives workshop? Need a refresher on the information covered? Don’t worry! View the recorded session here.
To create a match or challenge for a participating group, complete the UConn Gives pledge form and submit it to contactus@foundation.uconn.edu. Pledge forms must be received by April 1.
Questions?
Ryan Merclean
Director of Digital Marketing