How do I make a gift? Make a gift online or over the phone at 860-685-2110 on Wednesday, February 16. Unfortunately, we cannot accept stock gifts (unless arranged in advance) as part of the WAGD competition. All gifts are tax-deductible.

Is there a minimum or maximum gift amount? Yes. The minimum gift amount is $10. 

What does my gift fund? Gifts are crucial in supplementing budget shortfalls for the operational expenses Wesleyan Athletics faces daily—the equipment our athletes compete in, their pre- and post-game meals, travel expenses, assistant coach salaries and more.

They provide resources necessary to keep us sustainable and competitive in today's intercollegiate landscape, while also shaping the future of Wesleyan Athletics. Each year our reliance on private support—to supplement the department's operating budget—increases with the rising costs of maintaining a quality NESCAC athletic program.

Where do gifts go? They go where you direct them! Donors are encouraged to support one or more of our Cardinal teams through the Coach's Fund program. 100% of your gift will be restricted to the team(s) you select.

When do I need to make my gift for it to count toward WAGD? All gifts must be online and received no later than Wednesday, February 16, 11:59 p.m. EST to be included in the WAGD competition. Transactions completed after midnight will be accepted, though not counted on the leaderboard.

How can I help Wesleyan Athletics Giving Day succeed? Promote participation among your teammates and friends! The Athletic Department cannot provide any donor participation reports to align with specific team donor outreach initiatives. Post about WAGD on social media, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, using the hashtag #WAGD22. Call and email fellow 🐦 and encourage them to also make a 🎁.

Can partners or spouses split their gift and get credit for two gifts? Each WAGD transaction counts as one donor for competition purposes. Individuals must complete their own independent gift transaction to count as a donor. There is no option to split a single gift transaction between two donors.

Are team challenges permitted for WAGD? Yes! Team challenges are strongly encouraged to help promote giving. You can create your own team challenge on WAGD website or contact Karen Whalen, director of athletic fundraising, kwhalen@wesleyan.edu before February 16.

Are corporate matching gifts able to be counted in WAGD? We encourage corporate matching gifts, but are unable to process them as part of the WAGD totals. Corporate matching gifts will be directed to the selected designation following WAGD.

Will leaderboards be updated often? Yes! At launch, leaderboards will reflect team donor percentages year to date and update in real-time throughout the duration of the the competition.

Does my gift count towards the Wesleyan Fund? Unfortunately, no. Gifts to Athletics are considered restricted and do not count toward the Wesleyan Fund. We encourage you to also support the Wesleyan Fund by visiting http://give.wesleyan.edu.