Thank YOU for showing up and making one day possible! Because of YOUR support, One Day for Western 2026 was a huge success!

Some highlights from the day:

• Football raising $45,520 and unlocking multiple matches and exceeding their donor goal, coming in at 200%.
• College of Arts & Sciences met their donor goal at 132%, showing incredible support for students across all programs.
• Baseball, hit 112% of their goal with $23,035, unlocking the Matt Magnus 1002 Club challenge.
• Volleyball, surpassed their donor goal with 57 donors and raised $10,230, reaching 94% of the Philip Byers match.
• You unlocked $1,000 for the College of Education and Allied Professions and $2,000 for the Brinson Honors College Excellence Endowment thanks to completed challenges and matches.
• College of Health & Human Sciences hit 118% of their donor goal, isn’t that AMAZING!
• Men’s Basketball, hit 90% of their goal with $8,960 and unlocked the Matt Magnus challenge gift.
• Students from every college were on the phones yesterday, smiling, dialing, and sharing why they love their college, hopefully some of you got to hear directly from them!

Thank YOU again for showing up and making one day possible! 

GO CATS!🐾💜

800 donors and counting! Don’t slow down now—help us keep the momentum going and reach our goal!

The energy is high in the call center! Our cheer team is bringing the hype—tumbling and all—as we celebrate every moment of One Day for Western!

Yesterday, we hosted our Paws for Philanthropy: One Day of Gratitude student event, where students came together to write thank-you notes to donors and celebrate the impact of giving at Western Carolina University. Students also had the opportunity to snag a special shirt to wear for this year’s One Day for Western! 💜

Check out photos from the event below:

We’re celebrating every milestone as the phonathon kicks off in the UC! Keep an eye out for a call from Western—you won’t want to miss it!

Catamount Tennis brings energy, discipline, and determination to every match. Your support on One Day for Western helps provide the resources needed to compete at a high level and succeed both on the court and in the classroom🎾🔥🐾

Your support empowers future educators at Western Carolina University to inspire, lead, and make a difference in classrooms across our region📚 ✏️ 🍎

Catamount Nation, today is the day! Join us for One Day for Western by making your gift, sharing your story, and helping create opportunities for our students!

From early mornings on the course to tournament competition, Catamount golfers put in the work. Your gift helps elevate their experience and drive success all season long⛳

The Brinson Honors College at Western Carolina University empowers high-achieving students to think critically, lead boldly, and pursue meaningful impact. Your support helps provide transformative experiences, research opportunities, and a community where excellence thrives🐾🎓

From the first snap to the final whistle, WCU football represents the pride, tradition, and determination of Catamount Nation. On One Day for Western, your support helps provide opportunities for our student-athletes to succeed on the field and in the classroom. Get ready to make your impact!💜🏈🐾

Catamount Cross Country and Track and Field are all about dedication, grit, and pushing past limits. On One Day for Western, you can help fuel their journey—support scholarships, training, and opportunities that keep our student-athletes moving forward, on the course, on the track, and in life. Make your gift, share your story, and be part of their stride! 🐾

Catamount Nation, get ready! Coach Bell and AJ have a special message for YOU—and they want YOU to be part of One Day for Western. Don’t miss it—let’s show our Catamount pride! 🐾🏈

Catamount Soccer is all about speed, teamwork, and heart—and now it’s your turn to get in the game! On One Day for Western, your support helps our student-athletes chase their goals on the field and in the classroom. Make your gift, share your story, and help us score big for Catamount Soccer! 🐾⚽

Western’s College of Business is shaping the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. On One Day for Western, your support opens doors for students through scholarships, real-world learning experiences, and career opportunities.

One Day for Western is your chance to directly support our Cheer Program - the athletes who bring the energy, spirt, and pride to every game and event!💜🐾