Giving Teal Tuesday 2026

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109% of $440,000 goal
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Ten Years Strong. Just Getting Started.

On April 21, 2026, Teal Nation comes together for the 10th Anniversary of Giving Teal Tuesday, Coastal Carolina University’s 24-hour day of generosity. This year, our goal is 800 donors in 24 hours. Every gift moves us closer and fuels scholarships, strengthens programs, and supports the future of CCU.

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Suitcase icon35%Faculty/Staff
Book icon1%Students
Gradhat icon3%Parents
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Coastal Carolina University Advocates

CCU Advancement

Generated 46431 clicks and 173 gifts, totaling $20,024

Community Advocates

Generated 1393 clicks and 60 gifts, totaling $6,715

Lexi Liscio

Generated 5 clicks and 3 gifts, totaling $1,750

Brett Porterfield

Generated 2 clicks and 4 gifts, totaling $450
Gave $1,000 during a Challenge!

Rob Spino

Generated 4 clicks and 6 gifts, totaling $725
Gave $500 during a Challenge!

Erika Small

Generated 5 clicks and 2 gifts, totaling $200
Offered a $1,000 match

Claudia Bornholdt

Generated 14 clicks and 2 gifts, totaling $45
Offered a $1,000 match

Colleen McGlone

Generated 7 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $1,000

Samantha Parnell

Generated 38 clicks and 15 gifts, totaling $825

Noah Whitlock

Generated 26 clicks and 5 gifts, totaling $462

2026 Sponsors
Updates
The Robert Lukey and John Covington Endowed Theatre Scholarship

A remarkable act of generosity from Robert Lukey with a $300,000 gift to establish the Robert Lukey and John Covington Endowed Theatre Scholarship. Honoring a shared passion for the performing arts, this gift will support CCU theatre students for years to come!

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
If you haven’t given yet, there’s still time. Every gift matters.

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
$10,000 Gift Received in support of the Gerald Boyles Fund!


A big thank you to Joseph “Joe” Allegro ’95 for his $10,000 gift supporting the Gerry Boyles Student Managed Investment Fund. In honor of Dr. Boyles, a mentor who made a lasting impact, Joe’s generosity will help CCU students continue to gain real-world investment experience.

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
Another gift to benefit philosophy students

$5,000 has been received anonymously to benefit the Hypatia & Socrates Scholarships! 

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
$50,000 anonymous gift received!


An incredible $50,000 planned gift will endow the Hypatia and Socrates Scholarships, creating lasting opportunities for CCU philosophy students. Grateful for this meaningful investment in their future.

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
Additional support for the CoastalLIFE Program

An anonymous donor just made a $5,000 gift in support of the CoastalLIFE Program. Momentum is building across CCU!

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
WFXB on campus!

Watch this short feature with BJ Kinard, Anchor for Fox Midday News on WFXB-TV, and hear from current students and a dedicated alum who embody what this day is all about:

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
Randy Furtner ’90 and Holly Furtner major gift

Continuing a strong tradition of support, Randy Furtner ’90 and Holly Furtner have made a $10,000 gift to the Furtner Family Scholarship. Their generosity is helping create real opportunities for CCU students.

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
President James T. Winebrake and Connie Glidden, Staff Senate President

Hear from President James J. Winebrake and Connie Glidden, staff senate president. Join them in supporting Giving Teal Tuesday, our annual day of giving.

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
Thomas & Jessie Brown

A big thank you to Thomas & Jessie Brown for their $5,000 gift to the CCU Each 1 Teach 1 Program!

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley
Anderson Brothers Bank

Anderson Brothers Bank has generously donated $2,000 to the CoastalLIFE Program

45 days ago by Gordon N McCawley