Questions and Answers
Below you will find answers to many common questions about 2023 OU Day of Giving.
How does the OUCU match work?
Oakland University Credit Union has generously provided $75,000 in matching funds for our Day of Giving. Each individual donor is able to donate to any funds they would like and their total gift amount will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000 this day only. The great news is, family members, even your spouse, are eligible for their own $1,000 match as long as they give with their own credit card. There are additional matches taking place throughout the day for specific funds that will allow you to triple your gift. Each match has its own parameters, so make sure to check if there are any additional restrictions.
Do matching funds count toward the day's total?
Yes! The more you give, the more we receive from the Oakland University Credit Union (up to $75,000 total).
Why should I give today?
There are so many great reasons!
1. At Oakland University, we do our best to provide a high-quality experience to students and your donations directly impact those students and enhance their time at OU.
2. The match! Today is a great day to have your donation make twice the impact. By giving to a fund that has an additional match, you'll triple your gift.
3. Today is a day for the OU community to come together to celebrate what makes Oakland University so special.
Do gifts from my company count toward the total and will they be matched?
Yes to both! All gifts will be matched up to $1,000 on the Day of Giving.
Why do you want me to give? Doesn't tuition cover the cost of running the university?
Tuition alone covers the cost of about 81% of a full-time student's education. Gifts from donors fill those gaps and can mean the difference in completing a degree or not. We like to refer to philanthropic gifts as 'the frosting on the cupcake' because they make everything about the student experience at OU that much better. Visit the Why Give to OU page to learn more about the impact of your gifts.
Do other universities host days of giving?
While we'd like to say that we are unique, many other universities host days of giving and these initiatives are very successful in strengthening their mission and reach. From other universities in Michigan to the most well-known universities in the country, this is one of the most exciting ways alumni and friends are supporting higher education.
How do I make a gift?
On February 2, 2023, you will be able to make a gift by clicking the 'Make A Gift' button at the top of this page. Just select the fund you'd like to support, enter your payment information, and hit submit.
How do I find the fund I want to support?
Once you select 'Make a Gift!' you'll be taken to a giving form. At the top of the form, there will be a School, College, Department or Program dropdown. Select "All OU Funds" and then click on the Fund Designation dropdown. Begin to type in the name of the fund you'd like to support. Once you see it, click on it and you're all set.
Can I designate how my donation will be used?
Absolutely! By selecting a designation at the top of this giving form, you're choosing a specific fund to support. Each fund was created for a different purpose and to support a different project or initiative at the University.
Is my gift tax-deductible?
Yes! Online gifts will automatically receive a tax receipt via email and other gifts will receive one via US mail. Visit this page with information on Oakland University's tax-exempt status to learn more.
Still have questions?
Contact us at giving@oakland.edu
