Forever Valpo Fundraising Campaign

[VULB#62]

I thought the coach nixed the shoot around but not sure. Also, I don't know what you mean regarding the Jubril situation but from what I've heard the university spent quite a bit of money fighting for Jubril with the NCAA

Both Lottich and Gore complained about it in their postgame comments, so I'm guessing they weren't the ones who nixed it.  I'm more perplexed by the subtext I infer from ML's interview that seems to blame this on the HL.

My take on this comes more from a coaching standpoint.  A 20 minute shooting session 36 hours before a playoff game doesn't really cut it for me.  I doubt that it would have much if any positive effect on performance. I agree with ML that the teams should get practice time (I am not talking the 20 minute variety here) on the court preferably the day of the game and that more needs to be done in order for the teams, that don't play in the opening round, to be comfortable on the court.

Spot on. Before a practice or a game the players need to stretch and gradually get limber -- that takes 20 minutes alone - and only a small portion of that might be able to be done in the locker room.  To expect players to be loose and muscles warm at the start of the 20 minute "practice period" is ridiculous.  Even if they start shooting right away, cold, it will take the 20 minutes alone just to get into some sort of shooting rhythm and by then it's over.  Each player  can't even cover all of the shooting spots and angles (and at both ends of the court) in that time much less shoot 20-25 FTs against both backdrops.

[crusader05]

Looks like we have confirmation of another donation and what it's funding from the current Campagin

http://www.valpo.edu/news/2017/04/18/valparaiso-university-establishes-innovation-hub/


I love seeing new experiences/opportunities brought in and also love to see The University expanding it's foot print allbeit slightly. In my head I imagine a future where Laporte and Linconlway feels like a real extentsion of the college both through campus buildings/apart, restaurants that appeal to college kids and *gasp* maybe even a bar!

For those that remember the rundown parts of Laporte Ave with The Big Wheel and scary apartments, it's been nice to see it mesh more with both downtown and the university. They are even adding a new yoga and juice bar right across the street from campus which will hopefully do well!

[vu72]

Looks like we have confirmation of another donation and what it's funding from the current Campagin

http://www.valpo.edu/news/2017/04/18/valparaiso-university-establishes-innovation-hub/


I love seeing new experiences/opportunities brought in and also love to see The University expanding it's foot print allbeit slightly. In my head I imagine a future where Laporte and Linconlway feels like a real extentsion of the college both through campus buildings/apart, restaurants that appeal to college kids and *gasp* maybe even a bar!

For those that remember the rundown parts of Laporte Ave with The Big Wheel and scary apartments, it's been nice to see it mesh more with both downtown and the university. They are even adding a new yoga and juice bar right across the street from campus which will hopefully do well!

Hey!  The Wheel will always have a special place in many hearts as it was one of the "finer" dining opportunities around campus!

[VULB#62]

Looks like we have confirmation of another donation and what it's funding from the current Campagin

http://www.valpo.edu/news/2017/04/18/valparaiso-university-establishes-innovation-hub/


I love seeing new experiences/opportunities brought in and also love to see The University expanding it's foot print allbeit slightly. In my head I imagine a future where Laporte and Linconlway feels like a real extentsion of the college both through campus buildings/apart, restaurants that appeal to college kids and *gasp* maybe even a bar!

For those that remember the rundown parts of Laporte Ave with The Big Wheel and scary apartments, it's been nice to see it mesh more with both downtown and the university. They are even adding a new yoga and juice bar right across the street from campus which will hopefully do well!

Hey!  The Wheel will always have a special place in many hearts as it was one of the "finer" dining opportunities around campus!

Ah yes, my first coffee date!

[crusadermoe]

Good to see a gift to the campaign announced April 18.  I was also wondering where the campaign was going next.  $150 million plus ? to date?

[VULB#62]

BTW, this Thursday is the annual Proud to be Valpo drive.  Everybody please throw a few bucks Valpo's way. In light of a possible move to the MVC Valpo needs all of the bucks it can raise.

[vu72]

Valpo Day of Giving is underway!  The Helges are matching any gift of a thousand or more 3X, and that includes gifts to athletics!  Any gift of less than 1000 is also matched 1 for 1. Dig deep for Valpo athletics!!

[vu72]

Valpo Day of Giving is underway!  The Helges are matching any gift of a thousand or more 3X, and that includes gifts to athletics!  Any gift of less than 1000 is also matched 1 for 1. Dig deep for Valpo athletics!!

This needs to stay up so everyone notices!!

[FieldGoodie05]

Valpo Day of Giving is underway!  The Helges are matching any gift of a thousand or more 3X, and that includes gifts to athletics!  Any gift of less than 1000 is also matched 1 for 1. Dig deep for Valpo athletics!!

This needs to stay up so everyone notices!!

WOULD BE WAY EASIER TO CONTRIBUTE TO A CAUSE RATHER THAN BROAD STROKES.

#1 hurdle to fund raising is hazy goals and hazy directives.

i.e 97% of your donation goes to CHAIRBACK BLEACHERS BEHIND TEAM BENCHES....sign me up!!!

[vu72]

I certainly am no fund raising expert but I am wondering whether or not the drive has hit a wall.  At Homecoming, when the drive was announced, we were told that they already had commitments for $135 million.  As of now, 8 months later, the published number is $154,080,616.  So 61.6% of the way there.  I would guess the Day of Giving will add another 1 million.

$96 million is a lot of money folks.  Just wondering if anyone has an idea how long this is expected to stay active and, based on current results and time, are we on track, behind, ahead??

[valpo64]

I was told that 1 day before the ending date of the Campaign they were only a few thousand $$ short of the goal???

[sfnmman]

Why does it take so long for the university to announce the results of the Proud To Be Valpo fundraising day?  Here it's almost 10 days later and still no information.  They try to generate excitement to solicit donations and then don't let people know how the fundraiser went.  The PR folks have messed this one up.

[valporun]

Why does it take so long for the university to announce the results of the Proud To Be Valpo fundraising day?  Here it's almost 10 days later and still no information.  They try to generate excitement to solicit donations and then don't let people know how the fundraiser went.  The PR folks have messed this one up.

Some of it may have to do with pledges that haven't been finalized yet. I know I'm pledging $35, but haven't fulfilled that yet. A projection of how much was raised would be good, but it doesn't seem like Valpo's style, since the government isn't forcing their hand like they do with state schools.

[valpotx]

It looks like Valpo raised $723k during the 'Proud to be Valpo' day.  A new record!

[bbtds]

It looks like Valpo raised $723k during the 'Proud to be Valpo' day.  A new record!

Do you have a website?

[valpotx]

You should have received an email if you donated, and it is also listed at:

http://www.valpo.edu/forevervalpo/proud-to-be-valpo/

[bbtds]

You should have received an email if you donated, and it is also listed at:

http://www.valpo.edu/forevervalpo/proud-to-be-valpo/

I guess I shouldn't ignore all those e-mails. 

[VULB#62]

From the email,

We raised an incredible $723,007 (the largest total in Valpo history!) from 2,502 amazing donors.  (BTW, does anyone know the previous record?)
Of this number, we had 372 members of the classes of 2006-2016 make a gift.

I found this a bit interesting: The email emphasized the gifts of the classes from 2006-16.  That's ten years and that comes to an average of 37.2 gifts per class.  Only 37.2 per class. Granted, these are young graduates, many with school loans to pay off and such, but one would think that even a small $25 gift for this annual campaign that has a pretty high profile, still gets those class'  %ages up.

[bbtds]

Found it!


Forever Valpo   
Thank You! Proud to be Valpo
XXXXXXXX, it was truly inspiring to see our generous community come together for Valparaiso University's fourth annual Day of Giving, Proud to be Valpo! We hope you'll take a moment to watch the video below and enjoy some of our favorite moments from this year's event ...

Still frame from thank you video

We raised an incredible $723,007 (the largest total in Valpo history!) from 2,502 amazing donors.

Of this number, we had 372 members of the classes of 2006-2016 make a gift. And the Athletics, Greek, and Guild Challenges also inspired our participants to make a difference:

Athletics:

Most total donors: Football

Highest alumni percentage: Men's Tennis

Most new donors: Men's Golf and Women's Softball

Greek:

Fraternity: Highest percentage participating: Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

Sorority: Highest percentage participating: Gamma Phi Beta

The Guild raised $50,000.

Plus, during all of this excitement, there were 3,375 thank yous written to donors from current students at Valpo's annual Thank-A-Thon.

And even though the Day of Giving is over, it's never too late to make a difference for our current and future students. If you'd like to make a gift now, please visit our secure site. Your gift will provide opportunities for Valpo students that will change lives in immeasurable ways, including scholarships, experiential programs such as Study Abroad, and life-changing academic experiences.

That's what Forever Valpo: The Campaign for Our Future is all about. Please enjoy the inspiring video above, and thank you for staying connected to our incredible University.

With gratitude,

Your friends at Valparaiso University

Photo montage of students thanking donors on Proud to be Valpo day

Valparaiso University   
Valparaiso University Advancement
1100 Campus Drive South, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4512
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[vu72]

From the email,

We raised an incredible $723,007 (the largest total in Valpo history!) from 2,502 amazing donors.  (BTW, does anyone know the previous record?)
Of this number, we had 372 members of the classes of 2006-2016 make a gift.

I found this a bit interesting: The email emphasized the gifts of the classes from 2006-16.  That's ten years and that comes to an average of 37.2 gifts per class.  Only 37.2 per class. Granted, these are young graduates, many with school loans to pay off and such, but one would think that even a small $25 gift for this annual campaign that has a pretty high profile, still gets those class'  %ages up.

$637,440      http://www.valpo.edu/valpomag/2016/06/24/day-of-giving-raises-637440/

[valpotx]

I also received the below email, specific to Valpo Athletics.  I always give only to Valpo Baseball .

Dear friends,

The numbers are in, and it is my pleasure to announce the results of the highest performing Day of Giving in Valpo Athletics history. I am so thankful to the alumni, parents and friends that rallied behind our teams and came together in celebration of our Valpo student-athletes and coaches. Your enthusiasm helps us continue to foster an environment of support and inspiration for our students, and your generosity directly impacts their lives each day.

With our athletics programs pitted against each other in three main competitions – total number of participants, highest alumni giving percentage, and most new donors – $15,000 in bonus funds provided by Leroy Schramm '66 and Anne Bowman '77 J.D. were awarded to the following four teams:

1. $5,000- Highest % of former athletes participating: Men's Tennis (14.8%)
2. $5,000- Highest number of total participants: Football (94)
3. $2,500 each- Most new donors: Men's Golf and Softball (16)

Congratulations to the winning teams and thank you to everyone who celebrated with us. In all, Valpo Athletics raised just over $78,000 during the event, and nearly doubled last year's donor total (354) with an awe-inspiring 648 total participants. Thank you, again, for showing the world you are Proud to be Valpo by investing in the success of our student-athletes.

Sincerely,

Mark LaBarbera
Director of Athletics

[crusadermoe]

Good work, MLB!  And special congrats on being invited to the MVC!! 

Let's hope that the "Named full Division I Endowed Athletic Scholarships" section of the FOREVER VALPO campaign will find big donors. Joining the MVC would sure go a long way to ensuring D-1 for decades ahead.  We can celebrate that being stated as a public long-term goal. There were years of waffling.

I would guess that maybe you would prefer 4-figures and 5-figure gifts go to current usable funds rather than endowment though, right?

[vu72]

The drive is creeping along, now at $156,215,454 as of May 31.  That's up from $154,080,616 that I posted on May 11.  Presume this includes the funds raised on The Day of Giving. Still a LONG way from the $250,000,000 Goal.

[VULB#62]

Would it also include any gifts that helped the Athletic Department to shift to the MVC?

[vu72]

Would it also include any gifts that helped the Athletic Department to shift to the MVC?

Probably not as the drive is endowment based.  Those gifts are one and done!