Giving Day FAQs
I'm receiving an error message when making my gift. What am I doing wrong?
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A giving day is a 24-hour fundraising challenge to rally a group of people around a specific cause. During One Day for UNK: Loper Giving Day, we’re inviting the entire UNK family — students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, friends and fans — to come together to raise money for Loper students and campus.When is One Day for UNK: Loper Giving Day?
One Day for UNK will take place Nov. 13-14, from noon to noon.What is the #OneDayforUNK goal?
This year, we hope to receive 1,800 gifts from Lopers around the world.Will my gift help students? How?
Your gift will most definitely help students — the how is up to you! You can choose to support student scholarships, your favorite of UNK’s three colleges, the library and museums, student organizations, fraternities, sororities, Loper Athletics or one of the other areas we’ve highlighted as choices for Loper Giving Day. It’s your call! All donations will expand opportunities for UNK students and create an even better Loper campus experience.What’s this I hear about a Loper flag?
Good question, fellow Loper. You’ll receive an exclusive Loper flag via mail if you make gifts totaling $75 or more during One Day for UNK: Loper Giving Day. Find out more here.Can I participate even though I didn't graduate from UNK?
ABSOLUTELY! Parents, community members, friends and fans are all encouraged to support UNK during One Day for UNK. Everyone’s generous gifts will be combined to advance the the university’s impact across the state and enhance the transformational Loper experience for every student on campus.What if I’ve already made a gift to UNK this year?
Thank you for your gift! We think you’re the bee's knees. During Loper Giving Day, we hope to receive at least 1,800 gifts from our extended Loper family. Another gift from you puts us closer to our goal!What’s the deal with all the challenges?
We think a little competition makes things more fun. You might have your gift matched or even earn bonus money for your area of interest. Check here for a complete list of challenges and matches, the rules and the winners. And follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram for challenge announcements.Is there a minimum gift amount?
Yes, the minimum gift amount is $5. We have credit card processing fees and administrative costs to cover, but we’ve kept the minimum as low as we can so everyone can participate. Gifts of any amount make a difference and will be counted toward our Loper Giving Day total.What if my favorite fund isn’t listed as an option?
No problem! We’ve chosen an inclusive group of funds to highlight during #OneDayforUNK, but if you'd like to make a gift to an area you have not found on this site, visit unkfund.org to find more options for giving.Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes, all gifts to the University of Nebraska made through Bonterra and the University of Nebraska Foundation are tax deductible. Learn more here: https://nufoundation.org/legal/What is Bonterra?
Bonterra, formerly GiveGab, is a giving platform that helps nonprofits raise money and engage donors. The University of Nebraska Foundation has chosen Bonterra to facilitate One Day for UNK: Loper Giving Day.Is it safe to make a gift online?
Yes, please don’t worry; online gifts made through Bonterra are safe and secure. Bonterra will not receive your credit card information, and it will never be shared or sold to a third party.Can I make a gift by mail?
Of course! We encourage you to support the University of Nebraska at Kearney by mail at any time, but we must receive your gift, specifically designated for One Day for UNK, by noon on Thursday, Nov. 14, for it to count toward this event’s totals. We recommend that you mail your check by Oct. 31. Don’t forget to let us know what fund it’s for! Please mail checks to: University of Nebraska Foundation, Gift Processing Department, P.O. Box 82555, Lincoln, NE 68501-2555.I’ve made my contribution toward Loper Giving Day, but I want to do more. How else can I help?
You’re quite the Loper, and we appreciate your enthusiasm! Please visit SPREAD THE WORD to learn how you can help us share the word about #OneDayforUNK on your Facebook, X and Instagram accounts.I’d like to be a sponsor for One Day for UNK: Loper Giving Day. How can I learn more?
We’re so glad you asked! Check out SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES or contact Janelle Domeyer at janelle.domeyer@nufoundation.org or 402-504-3328 for more information.Whom do I contact if I have a question?
We’re here to help! Please email us at givingday@nufoundation.org or call Kristi Pease at 402-504-3332. If she can’t help you, she’ll connect you with someone who can.