During the 24-hour fundraiser filled with challenges, donor thank-yous and more black and gold emojis than you could count, the school raised a total of $54,661. The majority of funds raised supported the schools’ student emergency fund, a critical resource for
one-time relief grants for current students that face unexpected financial hardship. 

“Giving Day was an amazing opportunity for the school to give more visibility to philanthropy and how we can all make a difference when we join together in support of our students,” said Jean Giddens, Ph.D., professor and dean of the VCU School of Nursing. Clever hashtags, a giving countdown clock and gifts from 119 donors helped earn the school several challenges including an impressive 49.1%  participation by the school’s faculty and staff.

My gratitude goes to everyone who gave, posted and cheered us on for our first ever VCU Giving Day. Our alumni, friends,  faculty and staff showed up big for our students and I’m so thankful for everyone’s support.

Jean Giddens, Ph.D.
Dean