You Made a Difference.
On April 24, we saw UK alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends join together to advance the mission of the University of Kentucky. For One Day, BBN united by making gifts, participating in challenges, advocating for UK on social media and shining a spotlight on the causes that matter to us.
Your support helps students and Kentuckians blaze new trails and reach greater heights. Keep reading to learn how your gifts ensure that Ev'ry Wildcat Star Will Shine!
2,719
Donors answered the call
3,955
Gifts made to meaningful initiatives
50+
University groups participated
$989,369.73
Raised to advance our shared mission
You Rose to the Challenge.
Leaderboards
First-place winners for each of our 5 leaderboard categories:
Pigman College of Engineering
College of Fine Arts
College of Public Health
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
Chellgren Center for Undergraduate Excellence
Facebook Likes
The Chellgren Center for Undergraduate Excellence garnered the most likes on Facebook!
Globe Trotter
The UK Alumni Association received gifts from the most states, territories and countries.
Decade Duel
Congrats to UK Graduates of the 1980s for making the most gifts during One Day for UK!
You Impacted Students.
"One Day for UK is more than just a day of giving — it's a powerful reminder of the strength of Big Blue Nation. Through generosity and support, we create opportunities, fuel innovation and ensure a brighter future for students across the Commonwealth and around the world."
— Maddie Duff, SGA President
"Philanthropy at UK has had a profound impact on my own personal journey along with several of my fellow students as well, from scholarships that lighten the financial burden to opportunities to gain hands-on experience. These contributions not only make education more accessible for students but also open the door for opportunities that would be otherwise unavailable. Giving back to UK not only impacts the current student body, but also impacts our state, by creating a community where everyone can thrive."
— Dalton Bertram, SGA Vice President
You Joined the Fun.
