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National Philanthropy Week

November 13 - 17, 2023

Join us in celebrating National Philanthropy Week! On Monday, Nov. 13 - Friday, Nov. 17, Geneseo will be hosting a series of events and activities to promote a culture of gratitude and showcase the impact of giving. This week is ever timely as Geneseo just publicly launched our second comprehensive campaign, Opportunities Rising: Geneseo for Generations. 

Schedule: 

Monday, Nov. 13

• Philanthropy is everywhere! Everyone at SUNY Geneseo is impacted by philanthropy. More than $4.29 million was raised last fiscal year. If you're looking for ways to make a meaningful difference for Knights or for the world, look no further than Geneseo.

Tuesday, Nov. 14

• We want to hear from our Loyal Knights! Why do you give back to SUNY Geneseo? Why is it important to give? Share a message of why it is important for you to give back to your alma mater to inspire others.  
• This fall, Geneseo launched the True Blue Knights program to recognize SUNY Geneseo alums who are current members of the faculty and staff (or emeriti) at SUNY Geneseo. These alums exemplify the true spirit of Geneseo loyalty and dedication to their alma mater. Learn more and look forward to our True Blue Tuesday post highlighting some of our Geneseo alumni turned employees!
• 2023 Student Ambassadors will be presenting their change-making, student-designed projects to our 1871 Leadership Society donors. Learn more about our 1871 Leadership Society and our 2023 Student Ambassadors. 

Wednesday, Nov. 15

• Bridging Generations: Embrace planned giving for a better tomorrow! By including Geneseo in your estate plans you can discover how to align your passions with purposeful giving, providing long-lasting support to Geneseo and creating a brighter, more compassionate world for generations to come. Visit our planned giving website to learn more about opportunities that may work for you! 
• The Knights Philanthropic Council will be hosting a trivia event for the campus community. Attendees will have the opportunity to represent their favorite aspect of Geneseo in five rounds of trivia! Prizes include donations to the represented club/department/team.

Thursday, Nov. 16 

• It’s the season of gratitude! It’s only one week away from Thanksgiving and we are thankful for our donors. Make sure to check your email for a brand new fall image with a Thanksgiving message from the College. 

Friday, Nov. 17

• Empowering Student Athletes On and Off the Ice: Geneseo men's ice hockey team is looking to the future for greater, sustained success. Donors to athletic program funds help make that possible. Join us in supporting our Knights! Men’s hockey hosts a home game vs. Cortland State at 7 p.m. at Ira A. Wilson Arena. Visit our Athletics website to find the latest updates, news, and schedules for all of our Geneseo Knight student athletes. 

How to Get Involved:

• Make a Donation: Your contribution, regardless of size, directly impacts students' lives. Your support can make education accessible and enhance the quality of their college journey.
• Spread Awareness: By raising awareness, you're amplifying the impact of this initiative and encouraging others to join in. Follow SUNY Geneseo Alumni’s Facebook and Instagram accounts!
• Engage: Attend our events and take part in thought-provoking conversations. Connect with fellow members of the SUNY Geneseo community who share your passion! 

If you’re not able to join us on campus we invite you to visit our Opportunities Rising website to see how you can make an impact on Geneseo for Generations. 

Contact Us

Have questions or want to learn more about National Philanthropy Week? Reach out to our team at stewardship@geneseo.edu or 585-245-5474.