番茄社区 University (HLGU) is excited to announce its fifth annual HLGU Day of Giving, taking place April 9鈥�10, 2026. This 24-hour giving event will begin at noon on Thursday, April 9, and conclude at noon on Friday, April 10.
This year, HLGU is aiming for 250 gifts during the campaign. Two generous matching opportunities will help amplify donor impact: a $25,000 anonymous matching gift designated for student scholarships, and a $40,000 matching gift from the HLGU Board of Visitors in support of the 鈥淏ring Back the Legacy: Phase 2鈥� campaign.
鈥淓very gift, no matter the size, helps transform the lives of current and future Trojans,鈥� said Lauren Youse, Director of Development and Alumni Services. 鈥淲hen we come together as the HLGU family, we invest not only in our university but in the students God has called here.鈥�
Bring Back the Legacy: Phase 2 focuses on continuing the momentum of campus renewal and strengthening long-term sustainability. This phase includes strategic upgrades to campus facilities, further investment in academic and student鈥憀ife spaces, and enhancements that support both the student experience and HLGU鈥檚 Christ-centered mission. Gifts to this initiative help ensure the university remains strong for generations to come.
Donors may designate their gifts to Student Scholarships, Bring Back the Legacy: Phase 2, the HLGU Annual Fund, or any academic department, program, or campus area they wish to support. Early gifts are welcome. Simply note 鈥淒ay of Giving鈥� when giving online or include it in the memo line of your check.
Last year鈥檚 Day of Giving was a tremendous blessing, with more than 265 gifts totaling over $120,000.
鈥淲e continue to see God鈥檚 provision through the generosity of our supporters,鈥� said Dr. Ray Carty, Vice President for Institutional Advancement. 鈥淓very dollar given strengthens HLGU鈥檚 mission by helping students grow academically, spiritually, and personally. We are profoundly grateful.鈥�
More details will be shared soon on HLGU鈥檚 social media platforms, and supporters are encouraged to spread the word using #HLGUDayOfGiving.
For questions, please contact Lauren Youse at 573.629.3126 or lauren.youse@hlg.edu.