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Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programs has raised $ 1,250 from 4 donors!
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Invest in Student Entrepreneurs and Innovator

All gifts will be matched up to $15,000, thanks to the generosity of David Cole! 

Because of the generosity of our supporters, students in Western’s Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E&I) Program are turning ideas into real opportunities.

Give Day support in past years has helped students gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and a collaborative community where they can explore ideas and develop real ventures. See how E&I student fellow Alex shares how his experiences in the program shaped his journey.


“The E&I program has led me to be more confident and believe in my dream of being an entrepreneur, while helping me through any problem I may come across. It has helped me to see that it really is possible to create something great!”
- Brody, WWU E&I Student

“ Being part of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation program has helped me grow as a creative thinker and problem solver. As a student fellow, I’ve had the chance to collaborate, experiment with ideas, and learn skills that go far beyond the classroom.”

-Lizbeth, E&I Student Fellow

Now we’re building on the momentum of the past year.

We are expanding initiatives that support Fellows who mentor and lead within the program, while exploring the development of a shared innovation space for students from across campus to collaborate and turn ideas into impact.

Your Give Day support helps us grow these opportunities and empower the next generation of innovators and changemakers.

Here's how you can help:

Donate any amount on Give Day – every dollar directly supports student development.
Invite your network – share with a friend or colleague and multiply your impact.
Follow our journey – connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to see what your support makes possible.

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Lunchtime Crunchtime!
From 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on WWU Give Day, the fund with the most unique donors will receive an additional cash reward towards their fund! First place will receive $1,000, second place will receive $500, and third place will receive $250. Gifts from fake donors to inflate donor count may disqualify a department or program.
Rank Prize Lunchtime Crunchtime Challenge! Donors
1 $1,000 Women's Rugby Sport Club 78
2 $500 Western Symphony Orchestra 70
3 $250 Ice Hockey 36
4 WWU Racing (Formula SAE) 33
5 Men's Ultimate 23
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$500
1000th Donor Challenge!
The 1,000th donor on the WWU Give Day platform will unlock an additional $500 for the program to which they gave! Your gift could have a BIG impact!
1,000 / 1,000 Donors
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$500
2000th Donor Challenge!
The 2000th donor on the WWU Give Day platform will unlock an additional $500 for the program to which they gave! Your gift could have a BIG impact!
2,000 / 2,000 Donors
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Breakfast of Champions!
Thank you to all participants! Congrats to Water Skiing Sport Club for winning 1st place! 2nd place winner is Ice Hockey, and 3rd place is Men's Ultimate!
Rank Prize Breakfast of Champions! Donors
1 $1,000 Water Skiing Sport Club 35
2 $500 Ice Hockey 31
3 $250 Men's Ultimate 27
4 Men's Rowing 19
5 Western Hub of Living Essentials (WHOLE) Food Pantry 14
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Twilight Giving
From 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm on WWU Give Day, the fund with the most unique donors will receive an additional cash reward towards their fund! First place will receive $1,000, second place will receive $500, and third place will receive $250. Gifts from fake donors to inflate donor count may disqualify a department or program.
Rank Prize Fund Designation Donors
1 $1,000 AS Alpha Kappa Psi 86
2 $500 Ice Hockey 43
3 $250 Sailing Team 36
4 Men's Rowing 27
5 WWU Racing (Formula SAE) 16
Ended
$500
1500th Donor Challenge!
The 1,500th donor on the WWU Give Day platform will unlock an additional $500 for the program to which they gave! Your gift could have a BIG impact!
1,500 / 1,500 Donors
Completed
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Match
Entrepreneurship & Innovation $15k Match!
Thanks to the generosity of David Cole, the first $15,000 donated to the Entrepreneurship & Innovation will be matched. That means your gift would have TWICE the impact!
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$500
500th Donor Challenge!
The 500th donor on the WWU Give Day platform will unlock an additional $500 for the program to which they gave! Your gift could have a BIG impact!
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