WHAT IS GIVING DAY? 

Giving Day is a 24-hour celebration of the Mercyhurst community coming together to support the students, programs and experiences that make Mercyhurst so special! 

WHEN IS GIVING DAY?

Giving Day is TODAY, March 25, 2026.

WHY IS GIVING DAY IMPORTANT TO MERCYHURST?

Every gift, no matter the size, directly impacts our current and future Lakers and gives them the best Mercyhurst experience possible!

HOW CAN I SUPPORT MERCYHURST ON GIVING DAY?

The best way to support Mercyhurst on Giving Day is to make a gift!  

CAN I MAKE MY GIFT EARLY?

Absolutely! You can make your gift to the campaign page now or send a check and let us know it's coming so it can be counted in our totals!

HOW CAN I MAKE A GIFT?

You can make an online gift through this campaign page or choose to give by mail any time. If you are giving by mail, please be sure to communicate that your gift is for Giving Day and your donation can be mailed to:  

Mercyhurst University

Office of University Advancement

501 East 38th St

Erie, PA 16546

IS MY GIFT TAX DEDUCTIBLE? 

Yes, your gift to Mercyhurst on Giving Day will be tax deductible and you will receive a tax receipt via email as soon as you make your gift. 

CAN MY EMPLOYER MATCH MY GIFT?

Many companies offer matching gift programs. Check with your employer to see if your gift can be doubled or tripled! You can also check your company in our matching gift portal when you make a gift. 

HOW ELSE CAN I PARTICIPATE IN THE GIVING DAY CELEBRATION?

• Become an Advocate! Visit our advocacy section below to learn more about the simple way to become an advocate and ways YOU can encourage your fellow Lakers to give. 

• Set up a match or challenge! Visit our Matches & Challenges section to set your very own match or challenge to make a larger impact and encourage others to give. When a challenge or match goal is met, additional funds are unlocked for Mercyhurst.

• Share on Social Media! Visit our Social Media content section for templates to share on your own social media. When you post, share, or text about Giving Day, you introduce Mercyhurst to new donors and remind fellow Lakers to give. One post can inspire multiple gifts! Make sure to use the hashtags #HurstGivingDay & #SeizeThisDay. 

HOW CAN I GET IN TOUCH IF I HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS? 

Please contact Director of Annual Giving & Stewardship, Meaghan Hubert '16 '18 at mhubert2@mercyhurst.edu.