19-03-2025
Rose-Hulman Giving Day raises a record $675K
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Rose-Hulman's sixth annual Rose Giving Day was a record success as the university raised over $675,000 from 533 donors.
This year, Rose Givin Day was held on March 14, and with help from alumni, faculty, students and friends of the institution they raised $679,322, exceeding their goal of $675,000 and surpassing last year's record of $650,233.
Rose-Hulman said these contributions will provide vital support for student scholarships, academic programs, athletics, mental health services, campus initiatives and more that enhance the Rose-Hulman experience.
Rose-Hulman hosts annual 'Giving Day'
'Once again, the incredible generosity of our Rose-Hulman community has made an enormous impact,' said President Robert A. Coons. 'Every gift strengthens the future of our institution and ensures we continue to provide world-class opportunities for our students.'
Some donors helped amplify the impact of some donations by matching them. Here are some of the most notable ones:
Supporting Student Success and Greatest Needs
Dave (ME '69) and Susan Hoecker matched the first $10,000 given to Rose-Hulman's Greatest Needs.
Cindy and Kurt Kalkomey issued a $10,000 match for contributions to Greatest Needs.
Joe (EE '56) and Judy Moser pledged $20,000 if donors collectively gave $20,000 to any academic department, with their match benefiting the Math Department.
Investing in Student Scholarships and Programs
Frank (ME '03) and Becky (CHE '05) Levinson provided a $20,000 match for all donations to class scholarships.
Marie Stettler Kleine (ME, IS '14) and Kaleb Kleine (EE '14) pledged $10,000 if an equal amount was raised for the Engineering Design Program.
Janet and David Cooper matched $10,000 in donations to support Rose-Hulman's summer programs.
Strengthening Mental Health, ROTC, and Athletics
Trustee Kelly Noel (EE '02) matched $10,000 in contributions to mental health services.
Randy Potts (CHE '71) pledged $5,000 in support of ROTC.
Roger Vandersnick (ME '85) led the way in supporting athletics with a generous $35,000 match.
Greg (CHE '01) and Lindsay Gotwald matched $25,000 in tribute donations, with their contribution directed to the Annie Gotwald Memorial.
Additional Generous Contributions
Dan (CE '75) and Elise Price made a $10,000 donation in honor of the Class of 1975's 50th reunion and Craig Pohlman (CS '00) made a $5,000 donation in honor of the Class of 2000's 25th reunion, further strengthening the impact of Rose Giving Day.
President and Cabinet Support
President Coons and his Cabinet also joined in, offering matching gifts of $10,000 and $5,000, respectively, to encourage widespread participation.
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