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HLGU Day of Giving

HLGU Day of Giving

 

 

Noon on April 9 - Noon on April 10, 2026

250 new gifts in 24 hours!

HLGU鈥檚 Day of Giving is a 24-hour fundraising challenge dedicated to rallying alumni, friends, and supporters to invest in the future of our students and the mission of the university.

This year, your generosity goes even further thanks to $93,300 in matching gifts:
An anonymous $50,000 matching gift for Student Scholarships, A $40,000 Board of Visitors matching gift supporting Bring Back the Legacy: Phase 2, A $28,300 Riedel Foundation matching gift for the Craigmiles School of Nursing鈥檚 new high鈥憈ech medical manikin

Totals as of Noon on 4/10/26:

Total Gifts/Pledges: $185,654.15

Number of Gifts: 286 - GOAL MET!

% of Student Scholarship Match Met: 68.2%

% of Bring Back the Legacy Phase 2 Match Met: 83.4%

% of Riedel Foundation Manikin Match Met: 56.1%

Sponsored by Parker Financial

 

The last 24 hours have been nothing short of amazing.
Because of you, lives will be changed. Because of you, students will be equipped. Because of you, the mission of 番茄社区 University moves forward stronger than ever.
Your generosity did this.
Your prayerful consideration of how to steward your resources did this.
Your sacrifice鈥攁nd your belief in the legacy of HLGU鈥攎ade this possible.
And above all, we give thanks to God, who made it all possible. Praise the Lord for His provision and His faithfulness.
We are truly humbled by the outpouring of support shown during this Day of Giving. Every gift, every prayer, and every act of generosity will have a lasting impact on the students who walk our campus now and in the years to come.
Pictured below are members of our faculty and staff lifting a prayer of thanksgiving鈥攑raising God for His provision and for each of you who made this day so meaningful.
Because of you, the legacy continues.
As we celebrate all that was accomplished, there is still an opportunity to make an impact. We will continue accepting gifts toward the Craigmiles School of Nursing鈥檚 medical manikin match, made possible by the Riedel Foundation. Your gift can still help us meet this important need and maximize this matching opportunity.
Thank you for standing with 番茄社区 University and investing in what God is doing here. We cannot wait to see how He uses these gifts to further His kingdom through HLGU students.

Donors may designate their gifts to Student Scholarships, Bring Back the Legacy: Phase 2, the new high-tch medical manikin, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HLGU's Day of Giving?

On HLGU鈥檚 Day of Giving, the Trojan community will come together in support of one goal. On April 9 at Noon until April 10 at Noon, we ask you to join your fellow alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends by giving back to HLGU and the program that impacted you by going to . HLGU has set a goal of 250 new gifts to the University in this 24-hour timeframe.

Why should I and others give?

Because your gift benefits current students and gives them the kind of educational opportunities you had. When you give to the area of the University that is most important to you it is an investment in our students鈥� futures and in HLGU鈥檚 reputation.

How do I participate?

On April 9 or 10 by Noon, visit to make your gift and be counted on the Day of Giving. You may also make your gift over the phone by calling 573.629.3124.

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.

How can my gift be counted toward the Day of Giving goal?

Make a gift online or by phone between Noon on 4/9 and Noon on 4/10 and your gift will be counted towards our total.

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.

Who can participate in the Day of Giving?

Absolutely anyone can participate! Alumni, students, friends, parents, faculty, and staff are all welcome to consider making a gift. Any and all gifts made to HLGU will be counted.

Can I make my gift to any area?

Yes: 100% of your gift will go to the designation of your choosing. Donors may choose to designate their gift to any program, team, or fund at HLGU that already exists. Just indicate on your giving form where you would like the gift to go.