Why Give?
A key part of Wake Forest’s mission is to fulfill its ideal of a more diverse learning community—one that strives for Inclusive Excellence. At the heart of this institutional aspiration is the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI). ODI developed the Realizing Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (R.I.D.E.) framework to create and sustain a sense of belonging and inclusivity throughout our institution. ODI pursues this goal by offering programs and elevating practices across our university, and throughout our greater community. Specifically, your gift on Deacs Day of Giving, and all year long, to ODI will support student access to the full Wake Forest Experience, faculty and staff professional development, institutional planning and accountability, and programing for a more inclusive campus. Make your gift now to join others and increase a sense of belonging for all who live and work at Wake Forest University.
Why Now?
Deacs Day of Giving is the quintessential moment to show your Pro Humanitate spirit. On September 12th, you can make the most of your gift and show off your Deacon Pride during our annual 24-hour fundraising event in support of all things Wake Forest. This year, if we meet our goal of 3,500 donors on Deacs Day of Giving, the University will receive an additional $1,000,000 gift from an anonymous donor for Wake Foresters being All In!
SUPPORT THE OFFICE OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION!
Show your pride in Wake Forest University and help the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) fulfill our institution’s aspiration of creating a more diverse, inclusive and equitable learning community! Spread the word and donate now to participate in various Deacs Day of Giving challenges occurring throughout the day to increase the impact of your gift. Make your gift so Wake Foresters will benefit from enhanced diversity education offerings, access to national and international programs and resources, and transformative tools and resources for inclusive excellence. Donate so you can support bringing more dynamic and contemporary speakers and programs to campus, but also allowing for more innovative and interactive opportunities that reflect the interests of our evermore diverse and intersectional student, staff, and faculty. Give now to make a significant difference in the lives of all Wake Foresters. Thank you!
Other Ways to Give:
For questions about making a contribution through your Donor Advised Fund, making a Qualified Charitable Donation (QCD) from your retirement account, or any other gift form not shown here, please contact Gayle Parker on our gift administration team. Gayle may be reached at | parkerdg@wfu.edu | 336.758.6086