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Elevate the future of NAU students—transform academic excellence with your gift today

Your support for Elevating Academic Excellence at NAU empowers you to directly impact the success of our students and researchers. 

Every donation fuels innovative academic programs and transformative research opportunities that define the NAU experience. By funding these academic programs and cutting-edge research centers, you empower Lumberjacks to pursue groundbreaking discoveries and scholarly achievements.

NAU’s commitment to Elevating Academic Excellence drives our mission to cultivate leaders, thinkers, and problem-solvers prepared to tackle global challenges. Your generosity plays a crucial role in advancing academic programs that foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration—preparing students to thrive in diverse professional landscapes and drive positive change in our world.

Join us in elevating academic excellence at NAU. Your investment today ensures that every student has the support and resources they need to reach their full potential, contribute to cutting-edge research, and make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond.

Center for Community Health & Engaged Research The Pathogen and Microbiome Institute NAU Research Office of Undergraduate Research Venture Studio NAU Air Force ROTC NAU Army ROTC
Areas of Impact
Elevate the Sanghi College of Engineering Elevate Lumberjack Career Readiness Elevate Academic Excellence Elevate Lumberjack Community & Wellness Elevate Access to Education Elevate the College of Education Elevate the College of Nursing Elevate the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Elevate the Honors College Elevate the W.A. Franke College of Business Elevate the College of Environment, Forestry & Natural Sciences Elevate the College of Arts & Letters Elevate NAU Athletics Elevate NAU Online Elevate NAU Academic and Workforce Alliances Elevate Native American & Indigenous Advancement Elevate KNAU Elevate the Cline Library Elevate Campus Support Elevate Student Groups & Organizations Elevate Graduate and Professional Studies at NAU Elevate NAU Yuma Elevate the College of Health and Human Services Elevate Giving Day Fun
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Innovate NAU: Doubling Impact for Entrepreneurship
Join President Cruz Rivera in shaping the future of entrepreneurship at NAU. Your support will amplify our efforts to empower the next generation of innovators through our Lean Startup Semester Series. Every dollar you give doubles the impact, making innovation a reality. President Cruz Rivera will authorize the release of matching funds for Bill Heibel’s $25,000 gift and up to an additional $100,000 to double your impact on student innovation.
$7,080 MATCHED
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$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
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$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.
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$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
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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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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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$57,000
Empower Indigenous Excellence: Arizona Lottery & Connors Family Challenge
Thanks to generous donors – LIKE YOU – we have unlocked $57,000 for Indigenous Excellence. Thank you to the Arizona Lottery and the Connors family for providing this challenge for #NAUGivingDay!
25 / 25 Gifts
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$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
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$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
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Leaderboard
Student Giving Leaderboard
Explore the Student Giving Leaderboard and see how your support is empowering student clubs to thrive. Track participation and celebrate the impact of every gift in elevating our Lumberjack community!"
Rank Prize Department Donors
1 $1,000 Every Dollar Counts: Fund Pain & Sleep Research! 101
2 $750 Logging Sports 79
3 $500 NAU Headphone Jacks 42
4 $250 NAU Axecidentals A Cappella 37
5 NAU Game Design Club 32
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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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