NAU Giving Day 2026

Help us build momentum on Giving Day and show the strength of the Lumberjack alumni community! Once 300 alumni donors make a gift on #NAUGivingDay, the NAU Alumni Association Board will unlock a collective $6,200 challenge gift in support of NAU students and programs. Thank you to the following Alumni Association Board members for making this challenge possible: Blaise Caudill ’13; Dave Cook, ‘91; Trina George, ’09; Alex Gutierrez, '85 '90; Jana Harper, ’90; Veronica Hipolito, '97, '02; Jim Jayne, ’91; Mary O'Driscoll, ’82; Nancy Serenbetz, '75; Stephanie Smith, ’04; Maggie Thom, ’12; and (3) anonymous members. Make your alumni gift today, help reach the milestone, and show that Lumberjacks are always True Blue. WE Are Lumberjacks!

This NAU Giving Day, every gift to the School of Communication powers the future of student storytelling, broadcasting, and hands-on media education. Once 50 gifts are made to any School of Communication fund, a generous $250,000 gift from the Wyant Foundation will be unlocked for the Media Innovation Center Remodel Fund. This transformational investment will modernize the School’s TV studio and production spaces with new lighting, upgraded cameras, refurbished tripods, and other permanent enhancements that give students access to industry-ready tools and real-world learning experiences. These upgrades will help prepare the next generation of communicators, journalists, and media professionals for success after graduation. Make your gift today to help unlock this extraordinary investment in student innovation and experiential learning!

This NAU Giving Day, a group of nine dedicated alumni is coming together to inspire fellow Lumberjacks to give back. Once we reach 450 alumni gifts on #NAUGivingDay, their collective $30,000 challenge gift will be unlocked to advance learning, leadership, and campus excellence. This challenge is a powerful reminder of what happens when Lumberjacks come together to invest in the next generation. Thank you to the following alumni for making this challenge possible: Georgia Bernheim, ‘74; Tim, ’84, and Tracee Dwyer, ‘84; Selina Gilbertson, ‘13; Jeff Sears, ‘98; Margaret Steiger, ‘14; Wayne Watson, ‘84; Keith Wenzel, ‘87; and (1) proud alumni from class of 2017. Make your alumni gift today and help unlock this incredible show of alumni pride and impact. Go Jacks!

This NAU Giving Day help grow the future of philanthropy at NAU. Once 600 first-time donors make a gift on #NAUGivingDay, the NAU Foundation Board will unlock a collective $48,000 impact gift in support of NAU students, programs, and opportunities. Thank you to the following NAU Foundation Board members for making this challenge possible: George Adams, ‘74; Lisa Bagwell, ‘89; Eric Baker, ‘86; Bob Braudy; Robin Braun, ‘77; Booker Evans, Jr., ‘69; Bill Heibel, ‘70; Mary Huntley; Tim Kinney, ‘82; Nick Lobejko; Tom Perkins, ‘80; Rick Rodriguez, ‘84; Steve Sanghi, 19 & Maria Sanghi; Tony Tewelis; Dennis Wilson, ‘79; and (1) anonymous member. Make your first gift—or inspire someone else to give—and help welcome 600 new donors into the Lumberjack community. WE Are Lumberjacks!

The most powerful learning happens when students engage directly with professionals, alumni, and real-world experiences. A gift to the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) strengthens the programs, people, and partnerships that make that possible. Once 100 gifts are made to any SBS fund on NAU Giving Day, John Trujillo, ‘92 and Deanna Jonovich, ‘88 will unlock a generous $125,000 gift for the Adolph Trujillo Practitioner in Residence Fund, expanding support for alumni, students, and academic units participating in this impactful program. Thank you to John and Deanna for inspiring others to give and make a difference. Make your gift today and help bring more real-world expertise into the SBS student experience.

Celebrate the power of philanthropy with your fellow Lumberjacks! Location: Mother Road Brewing Company Event Info: Join us for a special Giving Day celebration during Flagstaff’s First Friday Art Walk. Enjoy student performances, art showcases, interactive activities, and a pop-up shop from the NAU Bookstore. Gather at Mother Road Brewery to raise a glass—grab a local brew, enjoy pizza from Pizzicletta, and celebrate the impact of Giving Day together. Attire: Wear your True Blue and Gold. Parking: Paid street parking nearby. Registration: Open to all—register and your first drink is on us! Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-nau-giving-day-2026-flagstaff-tickets-1962903655674?aff=oddtdtcreator