Philanthopy Week

Did you know? Donors make a difference!

Mount Union’s second annual Philanthropy Week will take place September 23-27, 2019. Hosted by The Mount Union Fund, Philanthropy Week celebrates the generosity of Mount Union donors, while building awareness and a culture of philanthropy on campus.

Please join us for a week of themed days and fun activities in Campus Grounds to celebrate the impact of our donors – including alumni, parents, employees, students, and friends – and to highlight the importance of “paying it forward” as part of the greater Mount Union community.

Join the conversation and follow along on Mount Union’s social media using #UMUGivesThanks.

Campus Rock painted for Philanthropy Week 2018 — 1 7

The Campus Rock promotes Philanthropy Week 2018!

I Love Mount Union Day post it notes during Philanthropy Week 2018 — 2 7

Students, employees, and alumni share why they love Mount Union on I Love Mount Union Day!

The Mount Union Fund's Bethany Leslie and Caitie Shimp displaying I Love Mount Union notes during Philanthropy Week 2018 — 3 7

The Mount Union Fund's Bethany Leslie and Caitie Shimp share why they love Mount Union on I Love Mount Union Day!

Students and donors posed for a photo on Donuts with Donors Day during Philanthropy Week 2018 — 4 7

Students mix and mingle with dedicated donors on Donuts with Donors Day!

Students writing thank you notes on Thank a Donor Day during Philanthropy Week 2018 — 5 7

Students writing thank you notes to donors thanking them for their support on Thank a Donor Day!

Mount Union student Mani shares why she is thankful for donors — 6 7

Students share why they are thankful for donor support on Thank a Donor Day!

Faculty and staff appreciation pins on display during Philanthropy Week 2018 — 7 7

Students “pin it forward” to thank faculty and staff for their support!

Philanthropy Week 2019

Monday, September 23 | Get the "Scoop" on Philanthropy!

Help us Kick Off Philanthropy Week with a sweet treat, prizes, and more!

The Class of 2017 Pavilion outside of McMaster Hall | noon - 2 p.m.
Tuesday, September 24 | Trivia Tuesday

Catch a golf cart ride to class or compete as a team in the evening to see what YOU know about the importance of giving back!

Cash Cab
Golf carts around campus | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Philanthropy Jeopardy
Newbold Room, HPCC | 7-8 p.m.
Wednesday, September 25 | Where in the World is MUcaw?

There are 10 hidden MUCaws around campus!

The first 10 students to find a MUCaw cutout on campus and post a photo with him using #UMUGivesThanks will win a prize!

*one prize per student
Thursday, September 26 | Thank a Donor Day!

Join fellow students in writing “Thank You” cards to our amazing Mount Union donors for their support for your UMU education. BONUS: You could help win a $500 prize for the student organization of your choice.

Outside HPCC | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Friday, September 27 | Photo Finish Friday: Faculty and Staff Appreciation!

Post on Instagram or Twitter @mountunion

Take a picture with a faculty or staff member wearing their Mount Union Fund t-shirt, post it using #UMUGivesThanks, and say “Thank You!" for your chance to win a prize.

Donor Spotlights

All Spotlights

Tennille Jones-Lewis ‘99 School Counselor

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As a responsible citizen, I feel an obligation to help those who are less fortunate or even temporarily in need of assistance. It is meaningful to me. It is also extremely important that my husband and I pass these same values on to our children.

Matt Darrah ’84 Retired Executive VP

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Being involved both academically and socially was natural because it was such a tight-knit environment. As a result, I was much more inclined to meet difficult challenges head-on post-graduation than I was when I started at Mount Union.

Jay Carpenter ’10 UK Sales Manager

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I do my best to attend as many football games as possible. It is fun to watch and support the program from a different perspective; Once a Raider, always a Raider.

Lee Ann (Johnston ’83) Thorn Executive Director

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I have had the honor of serving as a trustee of the University, which has allowed me to participate in so many events on and off campus; sporting events, performances, exhibits and lectures. I am looking forward to joining the alumni trip to Europe with the choir in 2015.