$ 1,289,563 raised 1,064 Axe of Kindness
Elevate NAU Athletics has raised $ 55,688 from 161 Axe of Kindness!

Elevate NAU Athletics 

At Northern Arizona University, athletics is about more than just competition—it's about empowering student-athletes to excel in academics, athletics, and as leaders in their communities. NAU Athletics is dedicated to creating champions in sports and in life, providing over 350+ student-athletes the resources they need to thrive both on and off the field.

Your gift this Giving Day directly impacts NAU student-athletes, ensuring they have the tools, training, and opportunities to reach their full potential. Whether through scholarships, facility enhancements, academic support, or essential training resources, your generosity transforms lives.

Join the Team Behind Our Teams

On NAU Giving Day, you can join the team behind our teams through a gift to Skyjacks or one of our 15 programs below: 

Give to Skyjacks 

Your support of Skyjacks fuels scholarships and the daily experiences that shape NAU athletics championship culture. When you give to Skyjacks, your generosity provides student-athletes with opportunities to excel.

Interested in making a gift elsewhere? Explore additional opportunities to support the NAU Athletics programs below. Every contribution—of every size—makes a meaningful difference in the lives of Lumberjack student-athletes. 

Thank you for your #AxeofKindness!


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Match Point: The Tennis Giving Day Match
Thanks to the generous support of donors – LIKE YOU – we’ve unlocked $5,000 in matching funds for NAU Men's and Women's Tennis. And thank you to our generous anonymous donor for providing this NAU Giving Day matching opportunity.
$5,000 MATCHED
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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 Gifts
1 1990s 62
2 2000s 54
3 2010s 53
4 1980s 45
5 2020s 37
6 1970s 36
7 1960s 6
8 1950s & Earlier 1
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Areas of Impact
This leaderboard reflects the transformative impact of your generosity, elevating essential initiatives across NAU. Your contributions directly support groundbreaking research, student scholarships, and innovative programs that shape the future of our university.
Rank Department Raised
1 The W. A. Franke College of Business $57,860.00
2 College of Education $23,496.00
3 Elevate Swim & Dive $20,146.00
4 Elevate the College of Health & Human Services $13,010.00
5 Student Affairs $10,425.00
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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 Alumni 572
2 Staff or Faculty 446
3 Friend 199
4 Parent 129
5 Student 92
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