Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bruin Giving Day?

Bruin Giving Day is UCLA's annual day of giving. This limited-time fundraising initiative, which will take place on Tuesday, April 28, through Wednesday, April 29, unites the UCLA community in support of our schools and colleges, student programs, resources, and campus initiatives.

How do matches and challenges work?

Matches and challenges add a flair of fun and competition to Bruin Giving Day! 

Challenge gifts have been pledged by generous donors to UCLA. Once a challenge goal is met, a special challenge amount becomes unlocked and donated to the designated fund or cause area. Challenge goals may be based on gifts received or the amount of dollars raised. 

Matching gifts are dollar-for-dollar donation matches, up to a certain amount. When you make your gift, our matching donors will make an equal gift.

How can I make a gift?

The easiest way to make your Bruin Giving Day gift and secure matching or challenge dollars is to give online. Donations are accepted via credit card and PayPal.

When can I make a gift?

Early giving will open up on the site at 12 a.m. PDT on Tuesday, April 21. Giving on this site will close at 9 p.m. PDT on Wednesday, April 29.

Can I make a recurring gift and have it count?

Yes! Although you cannot set up recurring gift through the Bruin Giving Day platform, you can still set up a recurring donation for automatic payment via our standard gift form (giveto.ucla.edu) during the giving day period. The first gift will count towards our giving day totals, but not any subsequent automatic payment gifts.

Can I give via check?

Yes! To ensure your gift via check is counted, please contact our team at gifts@support.ucla.edu with the gift amount and designation during the giving day period. 

Please make checks payable to The UCLA Foundation. Gifts can be mailed to the address below: 

The UCLA Foundation 
P.O. Box 7145
Pasadena, CA 91109-7145

I already made a gift to UCLA this year. If I make another gift April 28-29, will it count?

Thank you for your continued support! Yes, any gift initiated during Bruin Giving Day will count toward our totals, even if you’ve already made a gift this year.

What should I do if I cannot find my preferred gift designation?

Click here to search our directory. If you still can't find the fund of the specific department or program you want to support, please contact ucla@support.ucla.edu for assistance.

What is a Bruin Giving Day Ambassador?

This is a short-term volunteer opportunity anyone can sign up for! Select the area you'd like to fundraise for, and you'll receive a unique giving link to share with your networks closer to the event. Please visit the Ambassador page for additional details.

Can I be an ambassador for more than one campaign during Bruin Giving Day?

If you want to support multiple areas across UCLA on Bruin Giving Day, we encourage you to select "Bruin Giving Day" when you sign up on the Ambassador page. But rest assured that your ambassador link tracks giving for any campaign on the site even if you select a specific school or area. 

Why should I be a Bruin Giving Day Ambassador?

Signing up as a Bruin Giving Day Ambassador adds a fun, competitive edge to your philanthropy through our real-time Ambassador Leaderboard! There is no greater feeling of accomplishment than watching donations roll in and knowing your individual effort is driving the momentum. 

What is the You+2 Program?

Ambassadors who give and bring in two or more donors through their ambassador URL will receive a UCLA Bruins Tote Bag as a token of our gratitude. Please visit the Ambassador page for additional details about requirements and eligibility. 

What should I do if I lose my ambassador link?

Please reach out to us at ucla@support.ucla.edu and we can re-send you your link!

Which gifts count toward the ambassador leaderboard?

Only gifts made through the Bruin Giving Day website will appear on the ambassador leaderboard.

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