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Our favorite feathered friend needs your help! It's been 20 years since Ernie has had a vacation and a new outfit or two and we want YOUR help to make it happen!
Ernie has asked the Bridgewater College Alumni Association Board to help him spread the word. He needs new shoes, some updated clothing and more than anything his feathers need a little fluffing!
Help us with Ernie's transformation! We can't wait for you to see his big reveal at Homecoming 2026.
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Share your advocate link and when you receive your first gift you'll earn a BC sticker/magnet set.
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Share your advocate link and when you receive five gifts you'll earn a BC drawstring bag and friendship bracelet set.
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Share your advocate link and when you receive 10 gifts you'll earn a BC One Day. Every Eagle. t-shirt.
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The Advocate with the most donors will win a 2026 Homecoming Front Row Tailgating Spot.
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The Advocate with the largest single gift will win 2 alumni event tickets (Busch Gardens or Orioles).
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Ready for some friendly competition? The class with the highest percentage of participation will be invited to Reunion Row during Homecoming 2026! Enjoy a delicious lunch catered by Hank's BBQ, beer and wine while celebrating with those in reunion. (Admission to Reunion Row requires a game ticket, per Athletics Ticketing Policy.)
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One donor making their very first gift to Bridgewater College will be chosen at random to win a BC Swag Bag.
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Support Ernie! Gifts of $50 (or more) to the Ernie Fund will receive a plush Ernie the Eagle.
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Donate a minimum of $25 to the Storied Halls Fund and receive a pair of BC socks!
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Donate a minimum of $25 to Ernie and you'll receive a limited edition Ernie sticker pack.
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