Giving Day - Tuesday, October 28

Join us on October 28, 2025 to celebrate all things Lawrence for Giving Day! Use this social media toolkit to invite your friends, family, classmates, and colleagues to save the date and contribute. We couldn’t do Giving Day without you!

Matching Gift Information

Did you know Lawrence has a special matching gifts program? Thanks to our generous Game Changers, we offer a match for EVERY person who makes a gift on Giving Day. We encourage you to include this information when you share about Giving Day!

  • Donations from the Class of 2009-2029: Every gift made will be matched with $500
  • All other gifts will be matched dollar for dollar

Giving Day Social Media Toolkit

Social Media Post Examples

Before Giving Day:

  • Mark your calendars! Lawrence University’s 12th Giving Day is happening on October 28. Don’t miss this day of celebration and impact: go.lawrence.edu/givingday
  • The Lawrence community is rallying together on October 28 for Giving Day! Parents, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends – your support helps fuel student opportunities every day. Learn more: go.lawrence.edu/givingday
  • I’m planning to support Lawrence University on Giving Day! With every gift matched, there’s no better time to give back. Celebrate 12 years of Giving Days with me on October 28: go.lawrence.edu/givingday
  • Hey Lawrence alumni! Did you know that on Giving Day, all gifts will be matched dollar for dollar? Also, any gift from the Classes of 2009–2029 will be matched with $500! Mark your calendar for October 28 and learn more: go.lawrence.edu/givingday

On Giving Day:

  •  🚨 It’s Giving Day! Whether it’s $5 or $500, every gift gets matched and makes a big difference for Lawrence. Join me and have an unforgettable impact on future and current Lawrentians: go.lawrence.edu/givingday
  • Today is the day! Every gift made to Lawrence will be matched dollar for dollar. Each donation from the Classes of 2009–2029 unlocks a $500 match! Make your gift now: go.lawrence.edu/givingday
  • It’s time to show your support for Lawrence! Together, we can make a difference in just 24 hours. Give today and your gift will be matched: go.lawrence.edu/givingday
  • 🎉 Today’s the day, Lawrentians! Giving Day is live, and your gift goes even further thanks to matching opportunities. Let’s do this: https://go.lawrence.edu/givingday

Email Template

Subject: Join Me for Giving Day!

Dear (Recipient Name),

Today is the day! Let’s come together to celebrate the 12th annual Giving Day at Lawrence University. 

I’ve already made my contribution to the Lawrence Fund because (insert reason). It means a lot to me, and I hope you’ll consider joining me in supporting Lawrence today.

Remember, gifts from the Classes of 2009-2029 will be matched with $500 each, and all other donations are matched dollar-for-dollar. If you’re planning to give, now is the time! You can contribute at https://go.lawrence.edu/givingday.

Thank you!

Best,
(Your Name)

Shareable Images

Ready to post? Add a picture! All you have to do is right-click to save.

Today's the Day social media graphic
Today's the date plain social media graphic
General Info social media graphic
I made a gift Social Media Graphic
I made a gift social media graphic

Facebook/Instagram Stories

Today's the Day stories social media graphic
I made a gift stories social media graphic

Blue & White Bingo

Mark all the ways you engage with Lawrence leading up to Giving Day. Get a bingo in any direction - horizontal, vertical, even blackout! On October 28, post your bingo on social media and tag us for a chance to win a prize! 

Print

  • Download the image (right click to save) and print.
  • Mark your paper as you complete them.
  • Take a picture of your bingo, and upload your photo to social media.

Digital

  • Save the image on your phone or computer.
  • Edit the image to add an X or sticker on your completed squares.
  • Save the new image and upload your image to social media.
A 5x5 bingo card. Each square has an activity connected to Giving Day.

Here you can make your gift, track challenge progress, become an Advocate and learn more about the day.