Name: Give Sac State Day
Start: 2026-02-25T00:00:00-0800
End: 2026-03-05T20:00:00-0800
Location: Give Sac State Day

Thank you for sustaining student success! Give Sac State Day is over but if you would like to make your gift now, please click here. Stingers Up!

$ 369,456 raised 1,264 gifts

Academic Excellence has raised $ 134,909 from 459 gifts!

Advancing Academic Excellence Across Sacramento State

Academic excellence at Sacramento State is built through innovation in teaching, discovery, and programs intentionally aligned with workforce and community needs. Across colleges and disciplines, the University advances learning experiences that expand access, deepen engagement, and connect academic study to real-world application.

Together, these priorities ensure students receive an education that prepares them not only to graduate, but to adapt, contribute, and lead over the course of their lives.

Innovative Teaching and Learning

Sacramento State advances inclusive, forward-looking approaches to teaching and learning that reflect how students learn in a digital and interconnected world. Faculty across disciplines implement flexible, experiential, and technology-enhanced practices that expand access, strengthen engagement, and support high-quality education for diverse learners.

Research, Discovery, and Applied Learning

Students engage in research, creative activity, and applied problem-solving that address complex challenges and advance knowledge. These experiences strengthen academic achievement, build critical skills, and prepare students for advanced study, innovation-driven careers, and leadership in their fields.

Academic Programs Aligned with Workforce and Community Needs

Academic programs evolve alongside workforce demand and societal priorities. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and strong partnerships with industry, government, and community organizations, Sacramento State prepares graduates with the skills, experiences, and adaptability needed for long-term professional success.

Shared Academic Resources and Interdisciplinary Innovation

Shared academic resources—including the University Library and institution-wide academic initiatives—support interdisciplinary collaboration, discovery, and innovation across campus. These investments enhance student learning, strengthen faculty scholarship, and connect disciplines in ways that accelerate impact.

Select a college or academic area below to learn more — or click “Give Now” to support the excellence shaping Sacramento State’s future.

Provost’s Fund for Academic Excellence

College of Arts & Letters

College of Business

College of Continuing Education

College of Education

College of Engineering & Computer Science

College of Health & Human Services

College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics

College Social Science & Interdisciplinary Studies

University Library

Black Honors College

Wileety Native American College

Giving Opportunities

Presidential Priorities

Career Ready Learning

Connections & Community

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Center for Africa Peace and Conflict Resolution Matching Challenge by Dr. Ernest Uwazie

Thank you! Because generous donors stepped forward, the full $1,000 matching gift from Dr. Ernest Uwazie has been unlocked. Together, your collective support has doubled the impact for the Center for Africa Peace and Conflict Resolution — strengthening its mission to advance research, education, and dialogue in peace and conflict studies.

$1,000 MATCHED

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$3,000

Cardiovascular Wellness Program Support Challenge by Dean Hyson

Thank you, Hornets! Because 25 donors made a gift to the Cardiovascular Wellness Program, Dr. Dianne Hyson’s $3,000 leadership gift has been added — strengthening support for student health and wellness. We are grateful to every donor who made this collective impact possible.

25 / 25 Donors

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$2,000

Center for Health Practice, Policy and Research (CHPPR) Support Challenge by Kinzie Murphy

Thank you, Hornets! Because the next 20 donors stepped forward, this $2,000 challenge gift has been unlocked — expanding support for the Center for Health Practice, Policy & Research and the students it serves. With the second milestone complete, the final leadership challenge is now activated, and our collective momentum continues to build.

20 / 20 Donors

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$1,000

College of Business Dean's Innovation Fund Support Challenge by Dean Coget

Thank you, Hornets! Because 10 donors made a gift to the COB Dean's Innovation Fund, Dr. Jean-Francois Coget's $1,000 leadership gift has been added — strengthening support for student health and wellness. We are grateful to every donor who made this collective impact possible.

10 / 10 Donors

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Leaderboard

College of Health and Human Services Leaderboard by Dean Maguire

Thank you to the Hornets who showed their support for the College of Health and Human Services on Give Sac State Day. Because of your participation, Dr. Mary Maguire’s $1,000 leadership gift has been awarded to the area with the greatest number of donors. Your generosity highlights the strength and spirit of our college community and expands support for students across Health and Human Services.

Rank	Prize	Fund Designation	Donors
1	$1,000	Allied Health Science	64
2		Department of Public Health	28
3		School of Nursing	16
4		School of Social Work	5
5		Department of Kinesiology	4
6		Division of Criminal Justice	3
7		Department of Physical Therapy	2
8		Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders	2

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The Shafizadeh ECS Dean's Fund Match

Thank you, Hornets! Because generous donors came together to support the ECS Dean’s Fund, the full dollar-for-dollar match from the Shafizadeh Family has been met. We are grateful to each donor who helped maximize this opportunity and strengthen ECS.

$1,000 MATCHED

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$4,000

Mechanical Engineering's Desert Swarm Baja Racing Challenge

Thank you, Hornets! While we did not reach our goal of 20 donors for Mechanical Engineering’s Desert Swarm Baja Racing Challenge, the support we received reflects a strong commitment to these students. In recognition of that generosity, the $4,000 leadership gift has been fulfilled — further strengthening support for the team.

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$2,000

Science Educational Equity (SEE/MOSS) Support Challenge by Kelly, Carrie & Pat McDonald

Thank you, Hornets! Although we did not reach our goal of 20 donors for the Science Educational Equity (SEE/MOSS) Program, those who gave demonstrated meaningful commitment to our students. Inspired by this generosity, Kelly, Carrie, and Pat McDonald have chosen to fulfill their $2,000 leadership gift — further strengthening support for the program.

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ECS' National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Challenge

Thank you! Although we did not fully meet the matching goal, the generosity of those who stepped forward made a strong statement of support. In recognition of our community’s commitment, the full $1,000 dollar-for-dollar match from Henry Nutt/Southland Industries and Kenneth Forward has been honored — amplifying impact for the College of Engineering and Computer Science and NSBE.

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$1,000

Center for Health Practice, Policy and Research (CHPPR) Support Challenge

Thank you, Hornets! Because the first 10 donors stepped forward, this $1,000 challenge gift has been unlocked — strengthening support for the Center for Health Practice, Policy & Research and the students it serves. With this first milestone complete, the next leadership challenge is now activated, and your generosity has set the momentum in motion.

10 / 10 Donors

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$5,000

Center for Health Practice, Policy and Research (CHPPR) Support Challenge by Benita L. Bollinger

Thank you, Hornets! Because 30 additional donors stepped forward, this $5,000 leadership challenge gift has been unlocked — significantly strengthening support for the Center for Health Practice, Policy & Research and the students it serves. With all three milestones complete, 60 Hornets came together to generate powerful collective impact for CHPPR.

30 / 30 Donors

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COB Dean's Innovation Fund Match by Ryan Murphy

Thank you, Hornets! Because generous donors came together to support the COB Dean's Innovation Fund, the full dollar-for-dollar match of $1,000 has been met. We are grateful to each donor who helped maximize this opportunity and strengthen Sac State’s impact.

$1,000 MATCHED

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$10,000

ECS Scholarship Support Challenge by The Shafizadeh Family

Thank you, Hornets! Although we did not reach our goal of 30 donors for the ECS Scholarship Fund, the generosity of those who stepped forward made a powerful statement. Inspired by our community’s commitment to students, the Shafizadeh Family has chosen to honor their $10,000 leadership gift — further strengthening scholarship support.

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HHS Emergency Fund Match by Dr. Susan McGinty

Thank you, Hornets! Because generous donors came together to support the HHS Emergency Fund, the full dollar-for-dollar match from Dr. Susan McGinty has been met. We are grateful to each donor who helped maximize this opportunity.

$5,000 MATCHED

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Nursing Student Emergency Fund Match by Dr. Tanya & Michael Altmann

Thank you, Hornets! Although the Nursing Student Emergency Fund did not fully reach its matching goal, the generosity of those who gave made a meaningful impact. Inspired by our community’s commitment to nursing students, the full $2,000 dollar-for-dollar match has been honored — strengthening support for those facing urgent needs.

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$5,000

SURE Support Challenge by Tom & Hedda Smithson

Thank you, Hornets! While we did not reach our goal of 20 donors for the SURE Program, the generosity of those who participated made a meaningful difference. Inspired by this show of support, Tom & Hedda Smithson have chosen to fulfill their $5,000 leadership gift — further strengthening opportunities for our students.

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