Power of One Day 2026

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This campaign ended on March 25, 2026, but you can still make a gift to Elizabethtown College by clicking here!
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Are you ready to help make Elizabethtown College even more exceptional?

This Power of ONE Day, be the ONE who makes a difference for our students, our community, and the world.

Make a Powerful Difference

An Elizabethtown College education equips students with the power of knowledge, has the power to inspire and create real impact, and instills the power of service. On March 24, 2026, join us for Power of One Day, a powerful philanthropic day when alumni, students, faculty, staff, friends, and families from around the world unite with the shared goal of giving today to transform tomorrow. Join us in making a powerful difference in the lives of current and future Etown students.

Incentives
Receive Etown tech stickers
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Receive an Etown Knit Hat and Tech Stickers
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Donate $150
Updates
Final Countdown Challenge

We're in the home stretch -- just a few hours left in this year's Power of One Day.

With the clock ticking down, we have the "Final Countdown Challenge." Any online donor between 9 and 11:59 p.m. EDT will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to the #EtownCollege Store. 

Thank you for making today a special day for Elizabethtown College!

106 days ago by Ben Osterhout
Win Dinner with President Rider!

We also have an extra special incentive this evening. All online donors between 6 and 8 p.m. EDT will be entered into a drawing to win dinner with President Betty Rider along with three guests of their choosing. And, of course, there will be some Etown carrot cake to sweeten the occasion! Make your gift now to win this memorable opportunity!

106 days ago by Ben Osterhout
Another Power Hour Opportunity


Another of Etown's most loyal donor couples - Jim '73, H'24 and Mary Shreiner G'24 - have stepped forward with an additional Power Hour challenge. When 125 donors make a gift between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. EDT, it will unlock $22,500 for the Elizabethtown College Fund. The gift you make this hour will be even more powerful for Etown students!

107 days ago by Ben Osterhout
Power Hour


When 125 donors make a gift between 10 and 11 a.m. EDT, it will unlock $15,000 for scholarships and financial aid from trustee Tom McGonigle P'10, P'17. The gift you make this hour will be even more powerful for Etown students!

107 days ago by Ben Osterhout
Don't Be Late for Class on Power of One Day

UPDATE: Congratulations to Lindsey Dean '07. Thank you for your support!


Elizabethtown College students are just heading out toward their first classes of the day, and we are already excited about the progress of Power of One Day. 

To get the morning started, we have the "Don't Be Late for Class Challenge." Any online donor between 8 and 10 a.m. EDT will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to the #EtownCollege Store. 

With your help, we'll unlock wonderful challenge gifts that will help us reach our goals and make a difference that will be felt for generations of Blue Jays to come. Gifts can be made online or by calling 800-877-9658 before midnight tonight.

107 days ago by Ben Osterhout
Early Bird Challenge

UPDATE: Congratulations to Kaylie Avagnano. Thank you for your support!


Are you in need of new #etowncollege apparel? Join us bright and early for the "Early Bird Challenge" where any donation between 5 and 6:59 a.m. EDT, will enter you into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to the #etowncollege Store.

107 days ago by Ben Osterhout
Social Media Share Challenge

Update: Challenge accomplished! Thank you to those who shared on social media to unlock $10,000.

115 days ago by Ben Osterhout
Exciting Etown Incentives

Level up your Etown pride while supporting what matters most! 🎉 During this giving opportunity, donors who contribute $25 or more will receive a set of exclusive Etown tech stickers — perfect for laptops, water bottles, notebooks, and more.

Donors who give $150 or more will receive the Etown tech sticker set PLUS a cozy Etown knit hat, ideal for cheering on the Blue Jays or showing your Etown spirit wherever you go. 

These thank-you gifts are our way of showing appreciation for your generosity and commitment to Etown. Be sure to select your preferred incentive during checkout to ensure you receive your gear. Supplies are limited, so don’t wait — make your gift, grab your Etown swag, and wear your impact with pride!


161 days ago by Ben Osterhout
2026 Reunion Giving Challenge
Alumni by ClassDonorsRaised ($)
198614$1,840
200118$7,400
202117$1,815
199622$4,900
200623$3,390
199116$27,600
197618$15,900
201125$3,280
198113$101,300
201612$630
Donors by Year
Class YearDonorsRaised ($)
19668$2,615
199211$1,490
199912$2,125
19838$3,520
198614$1,840
199812$1,205
197314$27,200
198010$4,600
19480$0
19581$500
19541$50
19470$0
19728$14,100
201125$3,280
19520$0
19679$1,880
199319$4,675
198113$101,300
19600$0
202226$2,065
200230$9,080
202739$1,223
199525$10,175
202014$1,330
200422$3,865
201710$750
201612$630
199622$4,900
200118$7,400
202643$3,909
20305$850
197618$15,900
197812$4,400
201917$1,720
200018$25,150
19799$3,725
198416$3,000
197018$6,530
200925$2,275
200823$5,256
201515$941
200623$3,390
199022$129,100
200718$5,385
198916$2,939
198814$22,505
197410$3,525
197513$24,775
202864$1,619
201226$18,240
202432$2,080
202549$2,580
196920$17,200
198216$14,116
196812$11,300
19593$600
199116$27,600
19615$400
20189$965
19645$6,300
200314$4,405
19490$0
19570$0
19623$200
19450$0
199411$3,150
19632$500
19651$5,000
19550$0
19500$0
197116$7,275
19560$0
20139$1,600
19510$0
19531$10,000
202117$1,815
19856$2,950
201411$945
19460$0
200521$4,509
201030$4,910
199730$10,800
197715$18,575
202944$2,087
198716$2,685
202314$581
Gifts by Affiliation
DonorsDonorsRaised ($)
Alumni1091$595,458
Parents/Grandparents/Family Members607$139,591
Friends237$56,666
Students242$7,695
Faculty/Staff263$57,384
Giving by Designation
Giving by DesignationDonorsRaised ($)
Sociology Academic Endowment0$0
Other (indicate academic school, athletics team, etc in this box)6$585
Tennis Team17$3,350
Criminal Justice Program1$100
Class of 20281$1,500
Tom and Debi Murray Memorial Scholarship5$250
Blue Jay Commuters6$413
Allen G. Kemp Scholarship2$150
Computer Science Club0$0
Public Health Program0$0
Women's Volleyball Team43$5,905
Elizabethtown College Dance Team7$325
Men's Soccer Team81$8,300
Men's Basketball Team37$4,436
Men's Volleyball Team28$2,855
Biological and Environmental Sciences Programs13$3,505
School of Graduate and Professional Studies - General16$1,285
Social Work Program Endowment19$8,265
Women's Lacrosse Team79$4,010
Music Therapy Program18$1,236
School of Business - General42$19,690
Chemistry and Biochemistry Program27$2,625
School of Engineering and Computer Science - General39$18,270
Accounting Program11$2,100
Blue Jay Athletic Association39$22,782
Swimming Team63$5,430
Mathematics Program13$958
Best Buddies1$100
Field Hockey Team180$8,645
Elizabethtown College Fund Area of Greatest Need422$248,268
Women's Soccer Team98$11,425
Baseball Team154$11,085
College Democrats0$0
Lighthouse0$0
Society of Women Engineers1$30
Middle Eastern Culture Club0$0
College Republicans0$0
History Program2$100
The Carole Isaak ALANA Scholarship Fund0$0
Men's Lacrosse Team107$18,345
Masters of Music Education in Peacebuilding0$0
School of Arts and Humanities - General7$220
Sock and Buskin2$200
Robert D. & J. Sue Dolan Scholarship0$0
Women's Club Soccer3$105
Wrestling Team138$24,180
Western Pennsylvania Educational Opportunities Scholarship2$1,500
David R. Sykes Scholarship2$2,500
Wilbur '49 and Mary Jean '50 Graham Scholarship0$0
Golf Team45$19,330
Student Emergency Fund9$585
Career Exploration and Preparation7$383
English Program8$1,635
E-Motion0$0
Physician Assistant Program0$0
Endowed Scholarships (indicate which one)8$6,640
College Against Cancer0$0
International Business Program28$2,195
Vocalign A Capella0$0
The Helm Family Legacy Scholarship0$0
Scholarships and Financial Aid102$181,049
Criminal Justice Club0$0
School of Public Service - General7$350
Sports Medicine11$222
Teaching and Learning Design Studio2$150
Art and Graphic Design Programs5$160
Kyle Conrad '05 Athletics Media Room1$10
Psychology Program1$150
Cross Country/Track and Field65$7,721
Women's Basketball Team90$11,515
Student Clubs & Organizations (indicate which one)2$75
Alpha Lambda Delta0$0
Exercise Science Club0$0
Psi Chi0$0
Peacefully. Simply. Together.0$0
Family Business and Entrepreneurship Minor0$0
Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding3$225
Engineering and Physics Program30$3,205
Young Center14$5,615
Peter Hobbs '12 Family Scholarship1$5,000
Music Program12$750
Wesley R. Bricker '00 and Cindy Oh Scholarship Fund0$0
Occupational Therapy Program10$442
The Douglas T. '76 and Linda Thudium Student & Faculty Research Endowment Fund0$0
Office of Civil Rights, Opportunity, and Access5$315
John M. Gergic Jr. Blue Jays Baseball Discretionary Fund14$1,851
Actuarial Science Program7$433
Office of Student Activities8$500
Class of 20262$130
Prestigious Scholarships and Fellowships11$2,230
Yvonne Kauffman Women's Basketball Program Fund0$0
Education Program13$805
Arthur J. & Pearl Brock Risser Scholarship0$0
Bowers Writers House5$835
Wayne Selcher Political Science Endowment8$6,025
Computer Science Program18$950
D. Kenneth Ober Wrestling Endowment Fund23$3,075
Honors Program12$736
Softball Team44$4,665
Communications Academic Endowment6$475
Blue Jay Pantry14$770
School of Sciences - General14$3,440
Momentum Program4$230
Modern Languages Program1$100
Psychology Club1$25
E. Fletcher McClellan Summer Internship Fund27$2,595
The High Library15$785
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FAQs

Advocates

Bob Sands '90

Gave $100,000 during a Challenge!

Anonymous

Gave $100,000 during a Challenge!

Zella Gahagen Charitable Trust

Offered a $25,000 match

Jim Shreiner '73 H'24 G'24

Gave $22,500 during a Challenge!

Ryan Heishman '00

Gave $20,000 during a Challenge!

Mike Spangler '88

Gave $20,000 during a Challenge!

Tom McGonigle P'10 P'17

Gave $15,000 during a Challenge!

Carol Metzler '77

Gave $15,000 during a Challenge!

Community Advocates

Generated 2422 clicks and 157 gifts, totaling $13,108

Greg Donecker '91

Generated 3 clicks
Offered a $12,500 match

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