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UWF celebrates record-breaking eighth annual Day of Giving

The University of West Florida is proud to announce the success of its eighth annual Day of Giving, raising $278,554 from 1,078 donors and exceeding its fundraising goal by more than $100,000. This year’s Day of Giving also achieved a significant milestone in national engagement, with contributions received from all 50 states for the first […]

Apr. 21, 2026
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UWF’s annual Day of Giving returns April 16

University of West Florida Argonauts and supporters worldwide are invited to participate in UWF’s eighth annual Day of Giving on Thursday, April 16. Alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and friends of the Argos will come together to support education and innovation during this 24-hour online fundraising initiative.  This year the University has a campaign fundraising […]

Apr. 13, 2026
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UWF celebrates eighth annual Founders Week beginning April 13

The University of West Florida will reflect on traditions, connect with the community and look toward the future of the University during its eighth annual Founders Week, which will be held April 13-18. Founders Week is a weeklong celebration that allows the UWF family to come together, welcoming alumni and visitors to campus. This opportunity […]

Apr. 08, 2026

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UWF breaks University record for donors participating in Day of Giving

The University of West Florida exceeded its fundraising goals during the seventh annual Day of Giving, raising more than $194,000 from 1,256 alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and friends of the University. The annual 24-hour, online, social media-driven fundraising initiative was held on April 17 during UWF’s Founders Week. This year’s Day of Giving marked […]

Apr. 23, 2025
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UWF’s annual Day of Giving returns on April 17

University of West Florida Argonauts and supporters worldwide are invited to participate in UWF’s seventh annual Day of Giving on Thursday, April 17. Alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and friends of the University have the chance to make a positive impact and contribute to UWF’s success during this 24-hour online fundraising initiative. This year the […]

Apr. 14, 2025
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UWF celebrates seventh annual Founders Week beginning April 12

The University of West Florida will honor traditions, engage in the community and celebrate the future of the University during its seventh annual Founders Week, which will be held April 12-17. Founders Week is a weeklong celebration that serves as an opportunity to bring the UWF family together, welcome alumni and visitors to campus and […]

Apr. 07, 2025

UWF’s Day of Giving returns on April 18

University of West Florida Argonauts and friends are invited to support the University of West Florida and its programs on UWF’s sixth annual Day of Giving scheduled for Thursday, April 18. Alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and friends will have the opportunity to invest in the University’s future during the 24-hour online fundraising initiative and […]

Apr. 15, 2024

UWF celebrates sixth annual Founders Week beginning April 15

The University of West Florida will honor traditions, engage in the community and celebrate the future of the University during its sixth annual Founders Week, which will be held April 15-18. Founders Week is a weeklong celebration that serves as an opportunity to bring the UWF family together, welcome alumni and visitors to campus and […]

Apr. 08, 2024

Argos, community to gather in celebration of UWF’s Founders Week

The University of West Florida will honor traditions, engage in the community and celebrate the future of the University during its fifth annual Founders Week, which will be held April 15-20. Founders Week is a weeklong celebration that serves as an opportunity to bring the UWF family together, welcome alumni and visitors to campus and […]

Apr. 10, 2023
The University of West Florida raised $161,407 during its 2022 Day of Giving, setting a new fundraising record for the event. The 24-hour online, social media driven initiative was held on April 14 during UWF’s Founders Week. The goal of the initiative is to bring all Argos together for one day and make a lasting impact for students by choosing from more than 80 funds to support. “We are grateful for our alumni, students, staff and friends who used their financial support to voice their belief in the value of what we do at UWF,” said UWF President Martha D. Saunders. “These investments will create abundant opportunities for our students. Together, we are making a positive impact in Northwest Florida and beyond.” With a theme of “Battle of the Decades,” the University encouraged supporters to make a donation for their graduation decade or to support the decade when they first associated with UWF. The 60s and 70s decades brought in the most dollars, totaling $34,370. The 2020 and Students decade group brought in the most donors with 211 donors. A member of the inaugural fast-pitch softball team at UWF, Natalie Patterson, donated $10,000 which made UWF Athletics the largest recipient of gifts. The UWF Athletics fund received $65,420 from 187 donors. Throughout the day, matching gifts were made by the Ambersley Family Foundation, Drs. Fatema and Muhammad Rashid and alumna Pam Schwartz. For each gift of $30 or more, participants received a pair of exclusive Argo print socks. “Our donors ensured this year’s Day of Giving was a great success,” said Howard Reddy, vice president for University Advancement. “Our collective giving has the power to spark great change. Thanks to our Argo family, UWF students are better positioned to succeed in their educational journey and beyond.” For more information about UWF Day of Giving and the featured funds, visit dayofgiving.uwf.edu. For more information about donating to UWF, visit uwf.edu/give.

UWF breaks record for amount raised on fourth annual Day of Giving

The University of West Florida raised $161,407 during its 2022 Day of Giving, setting a new fundraising record for the event. The 24-hour online, social media driven initiative was held on April 14 during UWF’s Founders Week. The goal of the initiative is to bring all Argos together for one day and make a lasting […]

May 02, 2022
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UWF’s annual Day of Giving returns on April 14

The University of West Florida invites alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and friends to make a difference during its fourth annual Day of Giving, which will take place on Thursday, April 14. Day of Giving is a 24-hour online fundraising initiative and social-media-driven effort that supports the University and its programs. The UWF community is […]

Apr. 11, 2022
UWF kicks off Founders Week 2021 by placing blue and green signs on campus and around Pensacola.

UWF invites Argos and community members to celebrate University’s history and traditions at fourth Founders Week

“Founders Week serves as a time to reflect on UWF’s storied past, celebrate our current success and look ahead to our future together,” said UWF President Martha D. Saunders. “I hope everyone takes the opportunity to showcase their Argo pride during this weeklong celebration.” Founders Week will get underway with UWF Day of Play on […]

Apr. 06, 2022

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