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Help build a legacy that will impact Cougars for generations.

Cougars everywhere are coming together to celebrate generosity, community and the powerful legacy of USF.
 
 Your gift – no matter the amount – helps students discover their purpose, grow in faith and service, and make a meaningful impact in the world. When small gifts unite, they create extraordinary outcomes and strengthen the Cougar legacy for generations to come.

 
 Let’s make these 48 hours unforgettable.
Let’s build something that lasts.

This year, we are able to accept Donor-Advised Funds directly through our giving forms via DAFpay. Just look for the DAFpay button at checkout! It’s fast, secure, and ensures your gift goes to work immediately. 

Faith at USF is more than words – it’s lived out through service, leadership and purpose.
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Your gift helps students put their faith into action in real, tangible ways on campus and in their communities.
At USF, opportunity opens doors that change a student’s future.
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Your support helps provide those opportunities – scholarships, mentorship, hands‑on learning and pathways students could not find alone.
Participating Areas
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Legacy Power Surge Challenge
$10,000
Legacy Power Surge Challenge
For every 100 donors who give, $10,000 will be unlocked — up to an incredible $50,000 from a group of former and current Board of Trustees members. Every gift moves us closer. Every donor builds momentum. Gifts to the USF Fund create the broadest and most immediate impact.
194 / 200 Donors
$250
All In for USF Match
In honor of USF faculty, staff, and administration, Paula Newport O’Neill-Weedon ’64 and Ren Weedon will add $250 to every gift of $250 or more to the USF Fund, up to $2,500. Go all in for USF and strengthen scholarships, academics, and campus life.
Starts after Twice the Good - USF Fund Match
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Double Your Impact on Academic Scholarships
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Double Your Impact on Academic Scholarships
Mick Woodden ’63 will match every gift to Academic Scholarships dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000. Double your impact and help remove financial barriers so a student can step confidently into their calling at USF.
$4,435 MATCHED
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Decades of Difference Challenge (1960's Alumni)
$2,000
Decades of Difference Challenge (1960's Alumni)
When 25 alumni from the 1960s give, $2,000 will be unlocked for scholarships thanks to Mick Woodden ’63 — honoring a generation that helped shape USF — and now shaping opportunity for the next.
1 / 25 Donors
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Faith in Action Match
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Faith in Action Match
Invest in faith that moves! Dan and Marie LaRock are matching gifts, dollar for dollar, up to $1000! Your support is shaping students who lead with conviction, serve with compassion, and live out the Gospel.
$145 MATCHED
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Vocal Excellence Challenge
$5,000
Vocal Excellence Challenge
When 30 donors support Vocal Music, a $5,000 gift from an Anonymous donor will be unlocked — elevating performance and growth opportunities for student vocalists.
14 / 30 Donors
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Crescendo Challenge (Instrumental Music)
$1,250
Crescendo Challenge (Instrumental Music)
When 10 donors step up for Instrumental Music, a $1,250 gift from Kendra and Bill Calhoun will be unlocked. Every gift builds momentum — help us hit the high note and power the performance.
5 / 10 Donors
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Spotlight on Stage Match (Theatre)
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Spotlight on Stage Match (Theatre)
An Anonymous donor will match gifts to Theatre up to $2,000. Invest in bold storytelling, transformative productions, and the next generation of performers.
$575 MATCHED
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142 Years of Cougar Excellence Challenge
$5,000
142 Years of Cougar Excellence Challenge
142 years. 142 donors. One powerful legacy. When 142 donors give to Athletics, an Anonymous Coo Couple from the class of 1966 will unlock a $5,000 gift to USF Athletics. Honor our legacy. Fuel our future.
91 / 142 Donors
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Cougar Baseball Double Play Match
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Cougar Baseball Double Play Match
Mark Dahlquist ’79 will match gifts to Baseball up to $500 — doubling your investment in Cougar student-athletes as they train, compete, and represent USF with excellence.
$300 MATCHED
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Men’s Basketball Game-Changer Match
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Men’s Basketball Game-Changer Match
Dylan Kvaale ’08 will match gifts to Men’s Basketball up to $500 — empowering Cougar student-athletes to grow as competitors and leaders.
$150 MATCHED
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Go the Distance Challenge (Cross Country and Track & Field)
$1,250
Go the Distance Challenge (Cross Country and Track & Field)
When 30 donors support Cross Country and Track & Field, a $1,250 gift from Jeff and Mindy Veltkamp '97 will be unlocked. Go the distance for Cougar runners and athletes.
10 / 30 Donors
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Cougar Football Rally Challenge
$1,000
Cougar Football Rally Challenge
For every 10 donors to football, $1,000 will be unlocked from the Coo Football Legacy Association—up to $10,000. Every gift moves the chains. Rally together, hit the donor milestones, and power Cougar Football down the field!
17 / 20 Donors
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Drive for Excellence Challenge (Men’s Golf)
$100
Drive for Excellence Challenge (Men’s Golf)
For every 1 donor, $100 is unlocked, up to $1,000, from Kyle ’11 & Amy Schock and Bird Dog Hospitality. Step up and help Cougar Men's Golf compete at the highest level.
2 / 3 Donors
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Women’s Soccer Goal Match
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Women’s Soccer Goal Match
All gifts to Women’s Soccer will be matched up to $1,200 by an Anonymous donor — strengthening the resources that help Cougars compete for conference titles and grow together.
$975 MATCHED
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Softball Step-Up Challenge
$500
Softball Step-Up Challenge
When 10 donors give, $500 is unlocked from Jeremy Linstad for Women’s Softball — doubling your impact as Cougar Softball steps up to the plate, swings big, and competes with heart this season.
0 / 10 Donors
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Take the Mat Match (Men’s Wrestling)
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Take the Mat Match (Men’s Wrestling)
An Anonymous donor is stepping onto the mat with a $1,000 match for Men’s Wrestling! Every gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000 - doubling your impact and fueling the strength, discipline, and relentless drive of Cougar wrestlers.
$270 MATCHED
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Duel of the Decades
Check back during #GIVE2COO to see which decade of alumni has the most donors from our USF community!
In what decade did you graduate?
Rank Answer Donors
1 2010-2019 15
2 2000-2009 11
3 1980-1989 10
4 2020+ 7
5 1970-1979 7
6 1990-1999 3
7 1960-1969 1
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Athletic Leaderboard | Dollars
Which athletic team will raise the most donations during GIVE2COO? Make a gift to help get your favorite team to the top of the leaderboard!
Rank Team Raised
1 Football $6,710.00
2 Volleyball $5,250.00
3 Cross Country/Track & Field $3,450.00
4 Women's Golf $3,375.00
5 Women's Soccer $1,950.00
50 States Challenge: Cougar Pride Nationwide Complete
But you can still make a gift!
$21,000
50 States Challenge: Cougar Pride Nationwide
#GIVE2COO is sweeping the nation! For every state from which we receive a gift, $1,000 will be unlocked until we reach all 50 states. Check out the heatmap to see what states we are missing. Unlocked money will be added periodically with special thanks to an Anonymous alumna! The following states have been unlocked: SOUTH DAKOTA | MINNESOTA | IOWA | WISCONSIN | FLORIDA | MICHIGAN | COLORADO | WASHINGTON | WYOMING | ARIZONA | ILLINOIS | INDIANA | KANSAS | NEBRASKA | IDAHO | SOUTH CAROLINA | TEXAS | CALIFORNIA | UTAH | CONNECTICUT | NORTH DAKOTA
21 / 21 Donors
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Twice the Good - USF Fund Match
An Anonymous ’04 alum will match USF Fund gifts up to $3,000 — providing flexible support where it matters most — often meeting needs no other fund can address.
Starts after President’s Cougar Commitment Challenge
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Alumni Scholarship Rally
$1,350
Alumni Scholarship Rally
When 100 alumni step up, the impact multiplies. Once the goal is reached, a $1,350 scholarship gift from the Alumni Association Board will be unlocked to support future students.
54 / 100 Donors
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Decades of Difference Challenge (1970's Alumni)
$1,000
Decades of Difference Challenge (1970's Alumni)
When 25 alumni from the 1970s give, $1,000 from Mark ’77 and Berinda Wolitarsky — given in honor and memory of Kenneth “SID” Kortemeyer '74 — will be unlocked for academic scholarships. Join fellow lifelong Cougars in continuing a proud legacy of generosity that invests in today’s students.
7 / 25 Donors
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Students' Basic Needs Program Match
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Students' Basic Needs Program Match
Wendy Fisher Grimm ’78 will match gifts to the Student Basic Needs Program dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000. Ensure no student has to choose between staying enrolled and meeting basic needs.
$330 MATCHED
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Vocal Music Harmony Match
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Vocal Music Harmony Match
An Anonymous donor will match every gift to Vocal Music dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000. Help USF vocalists pursue excellence, refine their craft, and perform with distinction on every stage.
$2,365 MATCHED
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Symphony of Excellence Match (Instrumental Music)
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Symphony of Excellence Match (Instrumental Music)
An Anonymous donor will match gifts to Instrumental Music dollar-for-dollar up to $3,000. Support student musicians as they pursue excellence on stage and represent USF with distinction.
$900 MATCHED
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Marquee Moment Challenge (Theatre)
$1,000
Marquee Moment Challenge (Theatre)
When 30 donors give to Theatre, a $1,000 gift from an Anonymous donor will be unlocked — supporting transformative productions and hands-on learning. Break a leg!
12 / 30 Donors
$1,200
Every Donor Counts Challenge (Athletics)
The Stewart Family will give $1,200 for every 35 donors to Athletics, up to $6,000. Every name on the roster matters — and every donor moves us closer to victory.
Starts after 142 Years of Cougar Excellence Challenge
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Game Changer Match (Women's Basketball)
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Game Changer Match (Women's Basketball)
An Anonymous donor will match every gift to Women’s Basketball up to $1,000. Step onto the court and double your impact — because championships are built long before tip-off.
$600 MATCHED
Spirit in Motion Cheerleading Match Complete
But you can still make a gift!
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Spirit in Motion Cheerleading Match
PUMP IT UP! The $300 Sideline Spirit Match has been fully unlocked thanks to you. Your support keeps Cougar energy loud, proud, and leading the charge at every game.
$300 MATCHED
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Finish Strong Match (Cross Country and Track & Field)
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Finish Strong Match (Cross Country and Track & Field)
An Anonymous donor will match gifts up to $3,000 — pushing Cougar athletes to surge in the final stretch and finish stronger than ever.
$1,725 MATCHED
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Football Legacy Match
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Football Legacy Match
The Coo Football Legacy Association will match every gift to Football up to $20,000 — strengthening scholarships, training, and championship opportunities for Cougar Football.
$2,855 MATCHED
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Men’s Golf: Champion's Drive Match
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Men’s Golf: Champion's Drive Match
An Anonymous donor will match gifts to Men’s Golf up to $1,000 — driving opportunity, competition, and continued excellence for Cougar Golf.
$100 MATCHED
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Continue Bill Kostner's Generosity (Softball)
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Continue Bill Kostner's Generosity (Softball)
Last year, Bill Kostner ’72 stepped up to the plate and matched gifts to Women’s Softball. Following his passing in November 2025, we are honored to continue that tradition in his memory. In honor of Bill and his enduring belief in our program, a $500 memorial gift has been designated to match donations dollar-for-dollar during our fundraising day — up to $500 — doubling the impact of each gift. Join us in celebrating Bill’s legacy by continuing his generosity and showing up for our student-athletes.
$0 MATCHED
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Tennis Advantage Match
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Tennis Advantage Match
Dr. Braden Bradfield ’08, AJ DeLange '11 and Dr. Daniel Terveen ’11 will match gifts up to $800 — so every dollar you give brings Cougar Tennis closer to match point. Let’s serve up something big.
$700 MATCHED
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Top Donor Group
Check back throughout #GIVE2COO to see which donor group has the most donors!
What is your affiliation to the institution?
Rank Answer Donors
1 Friend 69
2 Alumni 54
3 Parent/Former Parent 51
4 Faculty/Staff 41
5 Student 5
6 Trustee 2
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Athletic Leaderboard | Donors
Which athletic team will have the most donors supporting their program during GIVE2COO? Make a gift to help get your favorite team to the top of the leaderboard!
Rank Team Donors
1 Volleyball 37
2 Football 17
3 Women's Wrestling 15
4 Women's Soccer 11
5 Cross Country/Track & Field 10
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Fine Arts Leaderboard | Donors
Which fine arts area will have the most donors supporting their program during GIVE2COO? Make a gift to help get your favorite area to the top of the leaderboard!
Rank Area Donors
1 Vocal Music 14
2 Theatre 12
3 Instrumental Music 5
Check out the 50 STATES CHALLENGE!
Rank State Gifts
1 SD 88
2 MN 40
3 IA 12
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