MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM

Matching Gifts help you increase your impact!

Did you know that your generosity to Rockford University has the potential to be doubled or even tripled? If you work for a company that matches gifts made to educational institutions, it’s easy to have your gift matched.

As long as the match amount is received by June 30, you will receive the additional Annual Fund credit for that fiscal year.

Some companies will even match the donations made by spouses and/or retirees. Additionally, matched gifts are included in your ranking in Rockford University giving societies.

If you have a question about this or any other aspect of matching gifts, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Advancement Services by email at advancement@rockford.edu or by phone at 815.394.3756.

Matching your gift will help Rockford University provide excellent opportunities for all students.

Thank you for investing in the future of the University!

Day of Giving 2020 Social Media Guide

Give your social media an RU Day of Giving makeover!

Social Media Profile Photos:

You can add our Facebook Profile Frame or save and use the photo below as your profile picture!

Facebook Profile Cover Photo:

Right-click the images above to save to your device.
Need help with changing your Facebook profile and cover photos? Click here to learn how.

Spread the Word

Be sure to use #RegentsRiseTogether on social media!

Below are several suggested posts you can personalize and share on your own social media accounts.

Share Your Story

Share any aspect of your Regent experience that was particularly important for your growth and development. What made your experience at Rockford University so meaningful? Was it an internship? Hands on research? Or maybe your experience studying abroad?

We want to hear your story on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. You may also consider sharing personal photos from your time as student at RU with your post.

To go back to our Day of Giving hub, click here.

BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER

Rockford University’s #1 fan is back on campus! Stay on the look out–he’s back, and he’s better than ever.

#backandbetterthanever

RU alumni and friends rally support in our annual Day of Giving. Each year, our community rises to the challenge of raising big funds in a little time — 24 hours of giving, driven by passion for RU and the power of social media.

In 2022, a record number of donors raised $120,300 for student scholarships, breaking an audacious goal of $100,000 and celebrating our 175^th anniversary of life-changing education. We are deeply grateful for our donors’ outpouring of generosity!

Stay tuned for details about Day of Giving 2023!

 

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RECOGNITION

Financial support from Rockford University alumni and other friends provides for the robust education offered today and the strong future of the institution tomorrow. While no amount of recognition can truly express the gratitude of the university’s students, faculty, administration, and staff, Rockford University offers a variety of giving levels and societies to recognize donor generosity. Contributions are recognized each year (July 1 – June 30) in the Honor Roll of Donors found in the President’s Annual Report.

Jane Addams Society ($1,000 +)

Donors who annually contribute $1,000 or more become part of the Jane Addams Society, named for our most notable alumna and Nobel Laureate. Jane Addams was one of America’s most distinguished first generation of college-educated women. After receiving her Bachelor’s degree from Rockford Female Seminary, she committed her life to Hull House in Chicago which became a setting for philanthropy, political action, and social change.

Donors reflect Addams’ values by leading the way in philanthropy to Rockford University. Membership in the Jane Addams’ Society grants donors special quarterly updates from the University’s President, invitations to special events, and recognition in the Honor Roll of Donors.

Mary Ashby Cheek Society

Alumni and friends of Rockford University who provide for the future of the university through long-range planned gifts are recognized as members of the Mary Ashby Cheek Society. Mary Ashby Cheek was the tenth President of then Rockford College and embraced change that laid the groundwork for today’s university. President Cheek was responsible for securing the Phi Beta Kappa Chapter for the college and she welcomed the first classes for male students.

When donors include Rockford University in their will and estate plans, they channel the determined, futuristic spirit of Mary Ashby Cheek, benefitting the university far beyond their lifetime.

CHARTER ANNUAL FUND

Gala 2025: Pathways to Possibility was a success!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of cocktails and food stations at the Pathways to Possibility Gala, where celebration met purpose to create a lasting impact for Rockford University students. Your support allowed us to invest in the bright futures of our students while enjoying an elegant night filled with engaging stories, fine dining, and entertainment.

Since 2018, the Student Opportunity Fund has helped send hundreds of students worldwide from Cuba to Montana and Montana to Greece. This fund helps Rockford University students turn aspirations into achievements by providing financial support for transformative experiences. Your generosity ensures that every student has access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.