![]() “My time here at the gallery has been one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had at Scripps,” shared Gigi Hume ’23 in a Day of Giving spotlight on the Williamson Gallery. In addition, donors championed support for Denison Library and The Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery and Collections, two beloved Scripps institutions that enhance the academic environment on campus through unique programming and student research opportunities. ![]() In a series of short videos, several staff and faculty members also shared examples of the departments and programs they love at Scripps. Scripps staff also contributed meaningfully to the event, mobilized by a newly formed Day of Giving committee of 20 staff members representing 12 departments. Notably, student contributors increased this year, helping to raise $420 in support of their peers. The day was marked by a spike in donors who issued (and fulfilled) a record number of matching challenges ranging from $10 to $10,000, helping surpass Day of Giving’s goal of 350 donors. With a Day of Giving banner hanging high over Malott Commons-a first for the fundraiser-and a table at Wednesday Tea where students could learn more about the College’s strategic giving priorities, the event showcased the deepening culture of philanthropy taking hold on campus and beyond. Online and in person, countless champions helped raise awareness for the event and the positive impact it has on the student experience. ![]() Scripps College is celebrating another successful Day of Giving thanks to the College’s generous and dedicated community! In total, 376 donors raised $136,037 in cash gifts, plus an additional pledge for $100,000 to support what they love at Scripps.
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