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Elevate the W.A. Franke College of Business
Become part of creating the Franke experience by supporting the college with your #AxeofKindness

The W. A. Franke College of Business brings the best minds in business together. It's how we deliver solutions the market demands, offer experiences students can’t find anywhere else, and prepare top talent to become leaders in a rapidly shifting, globally connected world. We’re home to big thinkers who understand the power of connections—the connections that drive careers, accelerate progress, and move the world forward.

This Giving Day, to Support the W. A. Franke College of Business, make a gift to the highlighted areas below and you can empower future leaders by supporting:

  • Business Leadership Scholarship
  • Experiential Learning & Internships
  • Industry Partnerships & Career Development

The W. A. Franke College of Business brings the best minds in business together. It’s how we deliver solutions the market demands. It’s why we offer experiences our students can’t find anywhere else. It’s the way we prepare the best talent to become leaders in a quickly shifting, constantly evolving global arena of ideas. We’re home to big thinkers who understand the power of connections. The connections that drive careers, accelerate progress, and help move the world start here.
NAU Giving Day presents an excellent opportunity to invest in crafting a world-class experience for business students at NAU.  

Looking for a way to make an impact? Here are some great options:

  • FCB Student Support Fund - The FCB Student Support Fund is a valuable resource designed to assist students who encounter financial hardships during their educational journey at FCB. Having access to support funds like the FCB Student Support Fund can make a substantial difference in a student's life. 
  • CAIED - Founded in 1985, the Center for American Indian Economic Development stands as a hub for information and resources tailored to tribal nations and communities. This organization supports outreach, conferences, and training for our indigenous Lumberjacks.
  • Friends of FCB Faculty Fund - Exceptional faculty are at the center of FCB’s educational mission. When you donate to this fund, you will assist FCB faculty with travel costs, research expenses, and other support.

Priority fund for the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management:

  • School of Hotel and Restaurant Management (SHRM) Fund for Innovation- SHRM prepares socially responsible, culturally aware students for success in an ever-changing, global hospitality industry. The school aspires to be recognized as a premier hospitality leadership school providing student-centered, multi-culturally focused, and innovative academic experiences both in person and through distance learning programs. The innovation fund provides flexible dollars to help meet these goals. 

Your generosity fuels innovation, access, and excellence at NAU. Every gift—no matter the size—helps create life-changing experiences for our students.

$13,000
Invest in Impact: Franke College of Business Challenge
Thanks to generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $13,000 for the Franke College of Business. Thank you to Dean Subramanian and Mike Santellanes, ‘60 for providing this challenge for #NAUGivingDay!
25 / 25 Gifts
Completed
$26,000
Patricia Hunter Last Mile Challenge
Thanks to Laurie Mittenthal and generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $26,000 for the Patricia Hunter Last Mile Fund!
15 / 15 Gifts
Completed
$25,000
Lumberjack Pride: NAU Foundation Board Challenge
Thanks to the generous support of NAU Foundation Board Members and donors – LIKE YOU – we’ve unlocked $24,250 for various areas on campus. Thank you again to the following Board members: Lisa Bagwell; Eric Baker; Teresa Bartels; Bob Bement; Bob Braudy; Robin Braun; Booker Evans; Victoria Fimea; Bill Heibel; Mary Huntley; Tim Kinney; Any Peña; Rick Rodriguez; Katrina Rogers; Steve Sanghi; Tony Tewelis; and (1) anonymous member.
125 / 125 Gifts
Completed
$25,000
Lumberjack Community Impact Challenge
Your gift today can make a transformative impact on Lumberjack families! When 500 donors come together on NAU Giving Day, Kirsten and Steve Butzow will unlock a generous $25,000 gift to enhance NAU's FACTS (Family Access, Communication, Transition, and Support). Your contribution ensures that every Lumberjack family receives the essential support they need to thrive. Join Kirsten and Steve Butzow in empowering our Lumberjack community at NAU!
500 / 500 Donors
Completed
Leaderboard
Areas of Impact
This leaderboard reflects the transformative impact of your generosity, driving essential initiatives forward at NAU. Your contributions to these funds directly support groundbreaking research, student scholarships, and innovative programs that shape the future of our university.
Rank Department Raised
1 Elevate the College of Education $71,380.00
2 NAU Football $45,114.00
3 Elevate the W.A. Franke College of Business $15,665.00
4 Elevate Student Success in CAL $14,524.27
5 Swim & Dive $12,840.00
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Leaderboard
Lumberjack Class Spirit Leaderboard
Join your fellow Lumberjacks from every decade as they rally their classmates to support NAU! Check back to see which decade is leading the charge in philanthropy, celebrating the most generous alumni who are making a difference across the years.
Alumni, rally your classmates!
Rank Answer Donors
1 2000s 58
2 2010s 54
3 1990s 53
4 1980s 42
5 2020s 41
6 1970s 27
7 1960s 2
8 1950s & Earlier 1
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$14,400
Elevate Hospitality: School of Hotel & Restaurant Management Challenge
Thanks to generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $14,400 for the School of Hotel & Restaurant Management. Thank you to the HRM Advisory Board for providing this challenge for #NAUGivingDay!
Completed
$25,000
Ignite Innovation: Venture Studio Challenge
Thanks to Bill Heibel, '70 and generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $25,000 for NAU Venture Studio!
15 / 15 Gifts
Completed
$11,750
True Blue: NAU Alumni Association Board
Thanks to the generous support of Alumni Association Board Members and donors – LIKE YOU – we’ve unlocked $11,750 for various areas on campus. Thank you again to the following Board members: Blaise Caudill ’13; Dave Cook; Trina George, ’09; Alex Gutierrez, '85 '90; Jana Harper, ’90; Veronica Hipolito, '97, '02; Jim Jayne, ’91; "Kari" Kent, '91; Rick Koch, ’72; Mary O'Driscoll, ’82; Nancy Serenbetz, '75; Maggie Thom, ’12; , Wayne Watson, ’84; and (3) anonymous members.
Completed
$50,000
Lumberjack Achievement Challenge
Join us in the Lumberjack Impact Challenge! When 1,000 donors step up on Giving Day, Karen Larson and Gary Bicker will unlock $50,000 to empower academic excellence at NAU, specifically benefiting the Lumberjack Math Center and Stem Academic Momentum Scholarships. Your gift today makes a significant impact, helping every Lumberjack reach their fullest potential. Let's unite as Lumberjacks and elevate NAU together!
1,000 / 1,000 Donors
Completed
Leaderboard
Lumberjack Community Engagement Leaderboard
This leaderboard celebrates the invaluable support from our broader community, showcasing the number of donors based on their relationship to NAU. Together, we elevate engagement and build a stronger future for NAU, uniting donors, partners, and friends to advance educational opportunities and community impact.
Help us unlock matching challenges and increase the impact of your gift! What is your connection to NAU?
Rank Answer Gifts
1 Staff or Faculty 707
2 Alumni 603
3 Friend 373
4 Parent 183
5 Student 165
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