(Hammond and Westville, IN) - Donors to Purdue University Northwest lifted the university’s one-day fundraising total to a record level of nearly $2.9 million during PNW’s 10th annual “Day of Giving” on April 26th.

 

PNW raised more than $2.85 million from more than 1,895 donations in 24 hours.

 

“This is the highest one-day total amount raised in the history of Purdue Northwest. We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the enthusiastic response of our community,” said Lisa Goodnight, vice chancellor of Institutional Advancement.

 

PNW ranked fourth among 77 participating units in the Purdue system for total gifts received. The university was also ninth among participating units system-wide in total dollars raised. The achievements resulted in bonus money being awarded to PNW, she said.

 

Participation in PNW’s Day of Giving increased by 34% from last year.

 

“Day of Giving brings together PNW alumni, leading businesses and charitable organizations, friends to the university from all over the world, and our own students, faculty and staff to invest in PNW’s mission to transform lives and Northwest Indiana. We sincerely thank all those who took the time to contribute a gift,” Goodnight said.

 

Gifts to PNW support student scholarships, academic programs, Pride athletics, student organizations and other strategic initiatives.