Redbird Philanthropy Week
The goal of Redbird Philanthropy Week is to advance the Excellence by Design, "Enhance a Culture of Philanthropy" at Illinois State. This goal requires a collective effort. Redbird Philanthropy Week is an opportunity for the entire community to demonstrate how private support provides a margin of excellence at Illinois State.
Ways to Participate
Faculty and staff can help by sharing with students how private support enhances their research, provides awards to high achieving students, and helps students facing financial hardship.
You can also share more about Birds Give Back, by sharing the website with students. There are more tools, graphics, videos and stories of impact available at Illinois State Impact Stories.
Redbird Philanthropy Week Event Schedule
There are multiple opportunities to participate in Redbird Philanthropy Week:
- Sunday, September 15-Thursday, September 18 we invite you to embark on the Digital Philanthropy Quest and win prizes! Complete this online adventure and learn about philanthropy from the comfort of your own computer or smart device. The first 500 Redbirds to complete the quest will have the opportunity to select a
prize of a hammock, pickleball set or beach towel on the Quad on Thursday,September 18. - Monday, September 15 stop by Schroeder Plaza from 12-1 p.m. to meet Pawfficer Korg who is supported by philanthropic gifts from the Redbird community.
- Thursday, September 18 join us on the Quad near State Farm Hall of Business for a Redbird Philanthropy Week Celebration. Complete our philanthropy stations to learn about how giving enhances the Redbird experience and thank a donor to receive Redbird prizes, swag and FREE FOOD! Plus, we have a bounce house for a little extra stress relief!
Redbird Philanthropy Quest
This year, students will be able to complete the Redbird Philanthropy Quest for a chance to receive pick up a prize on the Quad on Thursday, September 18. The Quest is entirely online so all students can participate, wherever they're learning. They can access the Redbird Philanthropy Quest by scanning the QR code on signage throughout campus or by visiting Giving.illinoisstate.edu/opportunities/student/quest/. The first 500 students to complete the quest will get to choose from a beach towel, hammock, or pickleball set to celebrate their quest completion!