Ivy Tech to Celebrate Community Impact on Third Annual Day of Giving April 8
On Ivy Tech Day, Hoosiers will support more than 200,000 students and 19 Indiana campuses over 24 hours
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – For more than 200,000 students with aspirations to contribute to their communities, a single day can change lives. On Tuesday, April 8, Ivy Tech Community College will host its third-annual Ivy Tech Day, a 24-hour fundraising event dedicated to supporting student success, scholarships, and transformative programs. Alumni, faculty, staff, donors, and community members are invited to contribute and help Indiana’s workforce engine prepare the next generation of nurses, pharmaceutical manufacturers, cybersecurity experts, entrepreneurs, and more.
Ivy Tech Day provides a unique opportunity for supporters to invest in Ivy Tech and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. Donations will fund scholarships, academic resources, and career development opportunities, ensuring students receive the education and training needed to thrive in today’s workforce and contribute to Indiana’s economy.
“Ivy Tech Day is special because it spotlights the many ways Indiana’s community college is delivering for Hoosier communities,” said Dr. Sue Ellspermann, president, Ivy Tech Community College. “Every contribution allows us to continue to provide high-quality, industry-aligned education and training that helps our students achieve a better life and supports Indiana’s economic competitiveness.”
Giving is easy. Anyone interested in contributing on Ivy Tech Day will be able to give at ivytech.edu/giveday. Alumni and friends are also invited to set up a matching gift, become a social ambassador, and visit local community partners on Ivy Tech Day. “Ivy Tech Day is a statewide celebration of our students, our alumni, and the impact we are having in communities throughout Indiana,” said Courtney Roberts, president, Ivy Tech Foundation. “Most major industries – such as education, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing – are influenced by our commitment to Indiana. We love contributing to Indiana’s success and look forward to alumni and friends joining us on this important day.”
Ivy Tech contributes nearly $4 billion annually to Indiana’s economy, and more than four out of five graduates remain in Indiana and contribute to the state’s economy. The College awarded more than 46,000 credentials in 2023-24 – nearly 49 percent of all postsecondary credentials awarded to Hoosiers.
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About the Ivy Tech Foundation
The Foundation provides support for Ivy Tech Community College beyond state appropriations and student tuition. Its overall program of work focuses on meeting student needs. Invest IN Ivy Tech, our recently completed $340 statewide fundraising campaign, provides greater opportunity for each of the College’s 19 campuses to educate, train, and support all 92 of Indiana’s counties. Learn more at www.ivytech.edu/InvestINIvyTech.
About Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana’s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state’s engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor’s degree. Follow Ivy Tech on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn for the most up-to-date information.
