NAU Giving Day 2025

Click Give Early and donate today! You could win an NAU Homecoming trip!     

NAU Giving Day is an annual tradition of collective impact, when Lumberjack Country unites to elevate NAU. Giving Day is on May 1, but we've opened early giving today. We're on a mission to make this the biggest Giving Day ever—and we need new donors like you to get there!

A gift of $5 or more by May 1 makes a difference—and enters you to win an unforgettable Homecoming package.

What you can win: Win a weekend getaway and cheer on the Lumberjacks as they take on the University of Northern Colorado Bears in Flagstaff on November 8, 2025. One lucky fan will win tickets to the big game, Homecoming activities, travel, lodging, NAU swag, and exclusive Flagstaff experiences.

How to enter the sweepstakes: Make your first gift of $5 or more to any NAU fund by midnight on May 1, or sign up to be a Giving Day Champion and help spread the word!

Official Rules & Eligibility:

1. ELIGIBILITY:
   • The NAU Giving Day Homecoming Sweepstakes ("the sweepstakes") is open to individuals who meet all of the following criteria:
     • Must be a graduate of Northern Arizona University (NAU) as of May 2025 or earlier.
     • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of entry.
2. ENTRY PROCESS:
   • Participants can enter the sweepstakes through either of the following methods:
     • Donation Entry:
       • Eligible donors who make a first-time gift of $5 or more during the sweepstakes period will automatically receive one (1) entry into the sweepstakes.
     • Non-paid Entry:
       • To enter without making a donation, participants must sign up to be an NAU Champion on the Giving Day webpage. Once your account is verified, individuals will automatically receive one (1) entry into the sweepstakes.
3. GIVEAWAY PERIOD:
   • The NAU Homecoming Sweepstakes begins at 12:00 AM MST on April 1, 2025, and ends at 11:59 PM MST on NAU Giving Day, May 1, 2025. All qualifying gifts and social media shares must be made within this period to be eligible for entry.
4. PRIZE DETAILS:
   • Grand Prize – Homecoming Weekend Experience (1 winner):
     • Round-trip airfare/travel expenses (up to $700) & hotel accommodations at the Drury Inn
     • Tickets to the NAU Football Game
     • VIP access to the Homecoming Tailgate & Alumni Gathering at 1899
     • Exclusive NAU Alumni swag and other curated NAU Experience
   • First Prize – NAU Homecoming Goodie Bags (10 winners):
     • A NAU swag bag filled with spirit gear to celebrate Homecoming from home!
5. Grand Prize Value:
   • Prize Value: The fair market value of the Grand Prize is $1,200, including capped travel expenses of $700.
   • The prizes are non-transferable, and no cash or alternative substitutions will be offered.
   • By accepting the prize, the winner acknowledges that the prize is subject to applicable taxes. 
     • The winner will be required to provide a completed W-2 form or other tax documentation in accordance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. 
     • The winner is solely responsible for any taxes, fees, or other costs associated with receiving the prize. 
     • Prize values are determined by the fair market value at the time of awarding, and the winner agrees to comply with all tax reporting requirements. 
6. WINNER SELECTION & NOTIFICATION:
   • Winners will be randomly selected from all eligible entries within seven (7) days of the Sweepstakes Period closing.
   • Winners will be notified via email or phone and must respond within five (5) business days to claim the prize.
   • If a winner does not respond within the designated timeframe, an alternate winner may be selected.
7. GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS:
   • By entering, participants agree to allow NAU and the NAU Foundation to use their name, likeness, and entry submission (gift or social media post) for promotional purposes.
   • The NAU Foundation reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the sweepstakes at any time for reasons beyond its control.
   • This sweepstakes is governed by the laws of the State of Arizona, and any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with Arizona law.