What happened in a single day?
At Western, it opened doors, created opportunity, and shaped what comes next for our students.
During our 11th annual Western Challenge Day of Giving, you came together to support the people, programs, and experiences that define the Leatherneck journey. Because of you, students will benefit from opportunities that extend far beyond that day.
Thank you Leatherneck Nation!
When Leathernecks unite in generosity, the impact lasts well beyond a single day.
Prefer to give by mail instead? Mail to:
WIU Foundation
Sherman Hall 303, 1 University Circle
Macomb, IL
61455-1390
ATTN: Western Challenge 2026
annualgiving@wiu.edu
(309) 298-1874
Help President Mindrup Bring Us to 1,000 Leatherneck Donors
Let's close out on a high note! When the 1,000th donor steps forward, President Mindrup will add her $1,000 gift in celebration of what Leatherneck Nation accomplished together!
46 days ago by WIU Foundation📌 Map Challenge - $15,000 for Student Support Unlocked!
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Nathan Ankrom
Connie Kowal
Nan Crossman
Connie Kowal
Anonymous
Gregory Pappas
Anonymous
Betsy Perabo
Jill Eckardt
Jim Phillips
🏆 Advocates
Al and Elaine Goldfarb
Generated 11 clicks
Offered a $25,000 match
Dr. Larry Balsamo and Dr. Charlene Callison
Generated 3 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $100
Offered a $10,000 match
Dan and Sheryl Yoder
Generated 4 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $75
Offered a $10,000 match
Greg and Dorothy Chapman
Generated 3 clicks
Offered a $5,000 match
Jim and Debbie Carter
Generated 10 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $25
Offered a $3,000 match
Dr. Charlene Callison and Dr. Larry Balsamo
Generated 2 clicks and 2 gifts, totaling $150
Offered a $2,500 match
Dr. David Miller
Generated 2 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $75
Offered a $2,500 match
David L. Miller
Generated 29 clicks and 2 gifts, totaling $2,575Taylor Rowan '10
Generated 3 clicks and 6 gifts, totaling $335
Offered a $2,000 match