Day of the Badger

media release: Spirited Badgers fun, great giveaways, and opportunities for donors to double their gifts are all part of this year’s Day of the Badger.  

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association, Day of the Badger features virtual and in-person events, bringing alumni and friends of UW-Madison together to raise critical funds to help the university remain a world-class educational institution. Badgers everywhere are encouraged to join the fun. Gifts of any size add up and make a difference.  

There are more than 150 areas of campus participating in Day of the Badger this year, including schools, colleges, departments, and campus causes. UW alumni and friends are encouraged to give to any and all causes they are passionate about. These areas can be found at dayofthebadger.org.  

Thanks to more than 100 available matching gifts, contributions during Day of the Badger could unlock additional resources for UW-Madison. There are almost $1 million of matches, challenges and bonus Bucky dollars that you can help unlock to support the causes you love. Plus, if you’re making your first gift ever in support of UW-Madison, there’s a special matching gift opportunity just for you. 

Alumni and friends are encouraged to share their enthusiasm and support for the UW on their social channels (@WisAumni) 

Last year, Day of the Badger received more than $1.7 million in gifts.