What is the Power of Purple Giving Day?
For nine years, Giving Day has been a day when the entire Holy Cross community comes together to show their love and make a difference for Holy Cross!
This year, Giving Day will run for 48 hours over Homecoming Weekend from midnight on Friday, February 9, through 11:59 p.m. EST on Saturday, February 10.
What makes my gift on Giving Day special?
On February 9-10, your gift has an even bigger impact, thanks to a group of generous supporters providing challenge funds.
Giving Day gifts help your favorite areas of Holy Cross win these challenge funds. Throughout the day, leaderboards will show progress in real-time, and challenges will enhance the fun and anticipation.
Consider setting up your own challenge or match to help us start Giving Day off with lots of energy! Follow the link to “Offer a Matching Gift” or “Offer a Challenge” at the top of the page.
Can I send my gift in via the mail?
While we strongly encourage online giving, checks received by February 10, with "Holy Cross Giving Day" in the memo line, will be counted toward the day’s total.
Please mail your check, along with a note stating Holy Cross Giving Day, to:
College of the Holy Cross
1 College St., Box DEV
Worcester, MA 01610
Contact our team at hcfund@holycross.edu – let us know so we can count your support.
Can I make a gift with stocks or securities for Holy Cross Giving Day?
Yes! Please call us at 877-433-1843, or email our team at hcfund@holycross.edu. Thank you for letting us know in advance so we can count your gift. Be sure to mention “Holy Cross Giving Day.”
Can I make a gift through a donor-advised fund?
Yes! To make a distribution to Holy Cross through your donor-advised fund, please contact your financial institution and include “Holy Cross Giving Day” along with your gift designation. Let our team know at hcfund@holycross.edu that we can count on your support.
What payment methods do you accept online?
In addition to debit and credit cards, you can make your gift using PayPal, Venmo, GooglePay or ApplePay. We accept cryptocurrency, too!
I made a gift earlier this year. Will that count?
If you have already given to Holy Cross this year, thank you for your gift!
We encourage you to participate in Holy Cross Giving Day and support the areas you love with an additional gift. Only gifts made on February 9 and 10 count towards the totals that can unlock challenge funds for the area that means the most to you. Your additional gift will inspire others to give as well.
Is Holy Cross Giving Day different from Athletics Giving Day?
No, this year, the College Giving Day and Athletics Giving Day are one and the same. So whether you wish to support the Holy Cross Fund, Crusader Athletics, your favorite teams, or all of the above, February 9-10 is the time to make your gift.
We are all Crusaders, and every gift, no matter the size or designation, makes a difference and helps drive comprehensive and sustainable excellence in the classroom and in competition.
I’ve made my Giving Day gift. How else can I help?
Thank you for your gift! There are so many ways to share your love and celebrate the Power of Purple with your Holy Cross networks.
Measure the power of your reach through Give Campus:
Share your custom link provided towards the bottom of your email receipt or in your GiveCampus account. When you do, you will see how many people you inspire to give. Post on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and LinkedIn. Use the hashtag #ILoveHC for a chance to win Holy Cross swag!
You can also become an Advocate – sign up or sign in on GiveCampus! Share messages to support the Power of Purple Giving Day, inspire your network by creating a challenge or a match, or tell your story with a personal video.
Need assistance with your gift?
For additional questions, or to speak with a member of the Holy Cross Annual Giving team, contact us at 877-433-1843 or hcfund@holycross.edu.
Want to provide a Holy Cross Giving Day Challenge or a Match?
Thank you for your leadership!
Follow the link to “Offer a Matching Gift” or “Offer a Challenge” at the top of the page to set one up today. For more information on how to set up a challenge or a match, reach out to a member of the Holy Cross Annual Giving team at 877-433-1843 or hcfund@holycross.edu.