Challenges and Matches

Start the day with heart! The designation that receives the most gifts between midnight and 5 a.m. EST will unlock a $3,000 bonus. Rally your early risers (or late-night loyalists) to show their love for their favorite designations before the sun comes up!

Share a photo capturing your favorite Elon moment and tell us what you love most about Elon University! Post on Facebook or Instagram and shout out the specific designation you plan to support––be sure to tag the Elon University account so we can find your post. One winner from each platform will be chosen to unlock a $500 bonus for their designation.

Celebrate the power of family giving this Elon Day! When three or more family members make a gift, email elonday@elon.edu with their names. TWO families will be chosen to unlock an extra $1,000 for the designation they love most. Bonus points for alumni couples!

Let your pets join the Elon Day celebration! Share a photo of your pet rocking Elon gear on Facebook or Instagram and tag the Elon University social account––or reply to the Facebook thread. Be sure to mention the specific area of campus you’re showing love for this Elon Day. One winner from each platform will be chosen at 8 p.m. EST to unlock $500 for the designation of their choice.

Champions, you are the heartbeat of our community! Show your pride in the university by making your gift and meeting your donor goals to be eligible for a chance to unlock an extra $500 for your chosen designation. At 9 p.m. EST, FIVE outstanding champions will be randomly selected. Your dedication fuels the Elon University spirit!

Students, follow SUB/Student Involvement social media for clues in the Elon Day scavenger hunt! Locate one of the hidden Phoenix bobblehead cards and bring it to the Martin Alumni Center for a bonus $250 to donate to the campus designation you love most—PLUS receive a Phoenix bobblehead. Stay tuned for clues—there are only six chances to win!

Elon’s Golden Alumni, your lifelong connection to Elon has shaped its legacy, and now it’s your time to shine! One member of this esteemed group who graduated 50+ year ago who make their Elon Day gift will be randomly selected to unlock $1,500 for their most loved designation. Winner will be chosen at 8 p.m. EST.

Calling all Fighting Christians! If you graduated in the Elon College era, here’s your chance to unlock an extra $500 for your chosen designation. FIVE winners will be chosen, so make your gift now!

Hey Class of 2025!  One senior Elon Day donor will be chosen at noon, 1 p.m. and 2, p.m. to unlock an extra $250 for their favorite designation. But that’s not all! Two additional winners will be announced during the Senior Toast event at 7:30 p.m. in the Great Hall. Plus, all winners (5 total) will receive a special shout-out from the mic at the event.

Hey GOLD Alumni (Graduates of the Last Decade), it’s your time to shine! Make your mark during our special Give It Away Happy Hour. One winner from each class (2015-2024) will unlock an extra $250 for their most loved designation!

Elon’s faculty and staff make this community exceptional, and this bonus is just for you! The area that receives the most employee gifts 3-4 EST will unlock a $2,000 bonus. Your generosity is the heartbeat of our shared mission! Gifts accepted online and in-person at the Fac/Staff Lounge, 3-4 p.m. EST at the fireplace in Moseley.

Counselors, it’s your time to shine! Show some love for your favorite Elon Law designation 4-8 p.m. EST. One lucky donor will unlock an extra $500 for their favorite law designation!

Time to celebrate bonds that last a lifetime! From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. EST, members from the classes who end in 0 or 5 (i.e. 1980, 2015)- your reunion is here. Make a gift during this window, and one lucky donor from each class 1975-2020 will unlock a bonus $250 for their most loved designation!

Join the roster of Phoenix Club donors and fuel the fire of success for Elon student-athletes! With your support, we can provide the resources and opportunities necessary for our athletes to excel academically and athletically. One lucky donor who gives between 7 and 9 p.m. to Elon Athletics will unlock an additional $3,000 for student athlete support to the designation they supported with their gift.

Parents and grandparents, show your maroon and gold pride! The designation receiving the most gifts from this group between 8 – 10 p.m. EST will earn a $2,000 bonus for the designation they love most. Let’s finish strong!

Night owls, this one’s for you! The designation that receives the most love from 8 p.m. – midnight EST will unlock a $5,000 bonus. Plus, ten alumni donors from this time slot will be randomly selected to receive exclusive Elon University swag!