Cleveland State University’s annual Giving Day is just around the corner. On Feb. 26, CSU alumni, friends, students, faculty and staff will unite to celebrate and support Cleveland State’s campus community.

Gifts to any area on Giving Day directly support resources that help students succeed, including scholarships, academic support, technology access, extracurricular activities and food pantry supplies.

“These gifts have a direct impact on students’ lives, and because tuition dollars do not cover all expenses, they help ease financial burdens,” said John Templeman, director of annual giving. “Without them, students would not have the opportunity to experience many of the things they do while attending CSU. Ultimately, a gift on Giving Day is an investment in our current students.”

In 2025, Giving Day raised $659,383 from 2,740 donors. Of those contributions, 823 desktop transactions totaled $154,653, while 1,850 mobile transactions generated $201,792. Apple Pay accounted for 25% of all transactions. In addition, volunteer ambassador activity contributed $88,222 from 686 gifts.

“Last year, 154 departments and programs participated. Gifts went to 222 different funds,” said Templeman. “So, Giving Day affects the entire CSU campus!”

Learn more about Giving Day at CSU.