Thanks to the incredible support of our faculty, staff, alumni, parents, students and friends, Canisius Giving Day 2025 was a huge success!
As of Thursday morning, a total of 1,667 gifts were made, contributing $650,104 in support of the dozens of initiatives submitted by our campus partners.
And, more than 130 current or former, faculty or staff rose to the challenge and made a gift on Giving Day unlocking the Faculty and Staff Challenge from J. Patrick Greenwald, resulting in a $5,000 donation to the Kenneth Koessler Faculty Development Fund. Thank you for coming through!
It is truly incredible to see members of the Canisius community from far and wide coming together and investing in the areas and initiatives that make a Canisius education special. Most of all, Giving Day showcases the power of thousands of Griffins coming together in support of our students – YOU make it possible!
Submitted by: Jessica Mitrovits, director, Canisius Fund
Today is Canisius Giving Day – a day of celebration and support when members of the Canisius community will once again come together for an extraordinary day of giving back.
This special campaign is all about participation and showcasing the power of the Canisius community.
We also have a very special faculty and staff participation challenge. In honor of the incredible individuals he has worked with over his 45+ years at Canisius and recognizing the vital role that faculty and staff play in the success of the university, J. Patrick Greenwald, Director Emeritus of Donor Engagement has committed to making a $5,000 contribution to the Kenneth Koessler Faculty Development Fund when75 current or former, faculty or staff members make a gift on Giving Day.
Your gift can be directed to the area of the university that holds the most meaning for you, whether that’s an academic department, student success, or any other cause you’re passionate about. Giving Day is all about participation, and every gift—regardless of size—makes a difference!
We are excited to announce that Canisius Giving Day is just around the corner! Our annual 24-hour online celebration of community and giving – is only ONE week away!
Canisius Giving Day is all about participation – our goal for the day is to reach 1,400 donations. Faculty and staff are invited to make an early giftto the area of the university that means the most to them, which will help us reach that goal!
Also, be sure to check out this year’s Giving Day kick-off video on social media, which proudly showcases our incredible students – enjoy!
The Canisius Fund team is looking forward to working with our campus partners once again this year to develop fundraising initiatives for Giving Day! Department Chairs and Program Directors will work with their deans and/or members of the SLT to help develop the initiatives we will be fundraising for on Giving Day. Anyone interested in submitting an initiative to be included on Giving Day will be asked to fill out a Google form and submit it through their Department Chair or Program Director.
If you have any questions about the submission process please don’t hesitate to reach out to Canisius Fund Director Jessica Mitrovits at 716-888-2711 or mitrovij@canisius.edu.
We look forward to working with you and having a successful Giving Day!
Submitted by: Jessica Mitrovits, Director, Canisius Fund
Thanks to the incredible support of our alumni, faculty, staff, parents, students and friends, Canisius Giving Day 2024 was a huge success!
A total of 1,814 gifts were made contributing $717,529 in support of the dozens of initiatives submitted by our campus partners!
It is truly incredible to see members of the Canisius community from far and wide coming together and investing in the areas and initiatives that make a Canisius education special. Most of all, Giving Day showcases the power of thousands of Griffins coming together as ONE Canisius!
