UWM students line up on Engelman Field to spell out the letters UWM.

We’ve made it easy to spread the word about 414 for UWM Giving Days, happening April 13-14, 2026. This page features ready-to-use graphics and sample messaging to help you amplify your impact, inspire others to give, and build support for the causes that matter most to you. You can also access all 414 for UWM Giving Day Advocate Toolkit assets on Flickr.

Sign up to be a 414 for UWM Giving Day Advocate using the button below and then visit uwm414day.org to follow the progress.

414 for UWM Giving Day Logo

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We invite you to join us in celebrating the sixth annual 414 for UWM Giving Days on April 13 and 14, 2026. This is a time for us to come together and pave the path of possibilities to support our students, research and university. Show your Panther pride for the [school/college/fund] and make a lasting difference. #414forUWM

Make an early gift to support [insert s/c/u]

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Paving the Path of Possibilities during 414 for UWM Giving Days

Each year, 414 for UWM Giving Days provides an opportunity for alumni, employees, friends and students to come together and show our Panther pride by making financial gifts to support [school/college/fund]. #414forUWM

Make a gift before April 14 to show your support, and make an even greater impact by signing up as a Giving Days Advocate! uwm414day.org.

Social Media

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Join me in paving the path to possibility graphics
414 for UWM Giving Days Join Me in Paving the Path to Possibility April 13-14, 2026 square social media graphic. Student wearing cap and gown.
414 for UWM Giving Days Join Me in Paving the Path to Possibility April 13-14, 2026 square social media graphic. Student wearing a stethoscope and a nursing t-shirt.

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The story of 414 for UWM Giving Days is one of extraordinary support, powered by people like you and me who raise critical funds for scholarships and programs that pave the way for UWM students. Make your gift at www.uwm414day.org #414forUWM

One Week Away Graphics
414 for UWM Giving Day social media graphic. Text: 414 for UWM Giving Day is One Week Away! April 13-14, 2026. uwm414day.org.
414 for UWM Giving Day social media graphic. Text: 414 for UWM Giving Day is One Week Away! April 13-14, 2026. uwm414day.org.

414 for UWM Giving Days is almost here! Join us in building momentum ahead of April 13-14 and help pave the path of possibilities for UWM students. Make your gift at www.uwm414day.org #414forUWM

April 13 Graphics
Join us today and tomorrow in paving the path to possibilities for UWM. April 13-14, 2026. uwm414day.org. Giving Days Graphic.
Join us today and tomorrow in paving the path to possibilities for UWM. April 13-14, 2026. uwm414day.org. Giving Days Graphic.

Help pave the path to possibilities for UWM at uwm414day.org. #414forUWM

April 14 Graphics
Happy 414 Day. Panthers, help pave the path to possibilities today! April 14, 2026. uwm414day.org. UWM Giving Days graphic.
Happy 414 Day. Panthers, help pave the path to possibilities today! April 14, 2026. uwm414day.org. UWM Giving Days graphic.

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Today’s the day! Make your gift at uwm414day.org and support UWM. #414forUWM

Request a Custom Advocate Graphic
Custom advocate 414 for UWM Giving Days template.

Request a custom 414 for UWM Giving Days advocate graphic! Email advance@uwm.edu with your profile picture and the fund you’re supporting, and we’ll send you a graphic to share with your network on social media.

Thank You Graphics
414 for UWM Graphic. Thank you for paving the pathway to possibility for UWM students.
414 for UWM Graphic. Thank you for paving the pathway to possibility for UWM students.

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Thanks for making an impact for UWM students during 414 for UWM Giving Days! 💛🖤 #414forUWM

URLs to School/College/Unit Landing Pages

View School/College/Unit Landing Page Custom URLs

Zoom/Teams Backgrounds

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Zoom and Teams Backgrounds
414 for UWM Zoom and Teams Background graphic. Giving Days April 13-14, 2026. Milwaukee Made. Panther Proud.
414 for UWM Zoom and Teams Background graphic. Giving Days April 13-14, 2026. MKE Panther Proud.

Challenge/Match Graphics

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When you make a gift to the [fund or area], [donor name or an anonymous donor] will match that gift to double your impact!

When the [fund or area] reaches [number of donors or dollars raised], [donor name or an anonymous donor] will unlock an extra [dollar amount] for our area! #414forUWM

Note: Do not use the word “challenge” as a verb (e.g. Donor challenges you to give and he will match it). Please instead use the word “challenge” used as a noun (e.g. When you give to the XYZ Challenge, Donor will match your gift.)

Challenge and Match Graphics, Copy and Links
414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the American Geographical Society Library Fund

American Geographical Society Library Challenge – Mary and John Emory will unlock $1,000 for the American Geographical Society Library Fund when 20 donors give to support UWM students and faculty who are advancing geography and innovation. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Architecture Scholarship Challenge 414 for UWM Challenge Graphic

Architecture Scholarship Challenge – Debbi LoCicero ’80 AIA will unlock $10,000 for scholarships when 20 donors give to any Architecture fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the Art History Challenge

Art History/Friends of Art History Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $1,500 for Art History when 15 donors give to support student success, instruction and research. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the Arts Excellence Fund

Arts Excellence Fund Challenge – An anonymous donor will give $2,500 toward arts excellence when 20 donors give to the Peck School of the Arts. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the Biological Sciences General Fund

Biological Sciences General Fund Challenge – Mary Krause, ’73, ’81 will unlock $2,000 when 15 donors give to the Biological Sciences General Fund, fueling student and faculty success in the lab, in the field and at the frontiers of scientific discovery. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the School of Biomedical Sciences and Health Care Administration

Biomedical Sciences & Health Care Administration Challenge – Two anonymous donors will unlock $10,000 for the School of Biomedical Sciences & Health Care Administration when 20 donors give to the school. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

College of Engineering and Applied Science Challenge 414 for UWM Graphic

College of Engineering & Applied Science Challenge – The Alan D. Kulwicki Fund will unlock $5,000 for the College of Engineering & Applied Science when 50 donors give to the college. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for Dance Scholarships

Dance Scholarship Challenge – Wade and Dianne Hobgood will unlock $1,000 for the Marcia Parsons Legacy Scholarship when 15 donors give to any Dance fund and help the next generation of dancers thrive. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Economics Challenge graphic

Economics Challenge – Professor John Heywood will unlock $1,400 when 30 donors give to the William Holahan Prize Fund, the Yoshio Niho Faculty Excellence Fund or the Economics General Fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

UWM Food Pantry Match graphic

Food Pantry Match – An anonymous donor will match the first $1,500 raised to support the UWM Food Pantry Fund. Make your gift now to help meet this match! #414forUWM

Freshwater Outreach Program Challenge graphic

Freshwater Outreach Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $2,400 for the Freshwater Outreach Programs Fund when 10 donors give to help share our knowledge about Milwaukee’s water resources. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

School of Freshwater Sciences Ship Time Challenge 414 for UWM Giving Days graphic

Freshwater Ship Time Fund Challenge – Ahoy! Beth Partleton ’79 will make waves with a $20,000 gift to the School of Freshwater Sciences when 40 donors dive in with a gift to the Freshwater Ship Time Fund and help students learn through real-world field experiences. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the Graduate Student Excellence Fellowship Fund

Graduate Student Excellence Fellowship Challenge – Matt Flynn will unlock $1,000 when 10 donors give to the Graduate Student Excellence Fellowship Fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Investment Management Certificate Program Challenge 414 for UWM Giving Days graphic

Investment Management Certificate Program Match – Brian Lavin ’86 and Marco Spada ’11 will match the first $4,500 donated to the Investment Management Certificate Program to help reach their goal of raising $30,000 for the program. Make your gift now to help meet this match! #414forUWM

Lubar College of Business Mentorship Program Challenge graphic

Lubar College of Business Mentoring Program Challenge – Jill Pelisek ’80, ’83 will unlock $15,000 for the Lubar College of Business Mentorship Program when 10 donors give to its fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 for UWM Mens Basketball Challenge graphic

Men’s Basketball Challenge – Sue Riesch ’71, ’76 and Ric Soto ’70, ’72 will unlock $10,000 for Men’s Basketball scholarships when 25 donors give to Men’s Basketball. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Osher General Fund Challenge Graphic

Osher Challenge – Two anonymous donors will unlock $6,000 for the Osher General Fund when 60 donors contribute to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Philosophy Challenge graphic

Philosophy Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $5,000 when 12 donors support Philosophy. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Physics challenge graphic

Physics Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $3,000 to support physics students when 15 donors give to the Nicolas Papastamatiou Award, given to exceptional graduate students, or the Physics General Fund, which enhances students’ educational experiences. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Manfred Olson Planetarium Fund 414 for UWM Challenge Graphic

Planetarium Challenge – Tony and Vicki Cecalupo will unlock $10,000 when 60 donors give to the Manfred Olson Planetarium Fund in honor of its 60th anniversary. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 for UWM Giving Days Psychology Challenge Graphic

Psychology General Fund Challenge – When 15 donors give to Psychology, two anonymous supporters will unlock $1,000 to power student success, instruction and cutting-edge research. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

School of Rehabilitation Sciences and Technology Challenge Graphic

School of Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $1,500 to support students and programs in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology when 30 donors support any RST fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Renee Meyers Memorial Scholarship in the Department of Communication Challenge Graphic

Renee Meyers Memorial Scholarship in the Department of Communication Challenge – Dennis Garrett will unlock $20,000 for the Renee Meyers Memorial Scholarship in the Department of Communication when 18 donors give to the fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

School of Education Excellence Fund or the School of Education Giving Circle Fund 414 for UWM Giving Day graphic

School of Education Giving Circle Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $4,000 when 20 donors support the School of Education Excellence Fund or the School of Education Giving Circle Fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

The School of Information Studies Challenge 414 for UWM Giving Days graphic

School of Information Studies Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $1,000 for the School of Information Studies when 35 donors give to any SOIS fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

School of Nursing Challenge 414 for UWM Giving Days graphic

School of Nursing Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $10,000 for nursing when 70 donors support any fund in the School of Nursing. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Helen Bader School of Social Welfare Challenge graphic

Social Welfare Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $1,500 for scholarships in the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare when 20 donors give to the school. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

The Jane Dolan Administrative Leadership Fund

SOE Jane Dolan Administrative Leadership Challenge – Randy Grippe ’04, ’09 will unlock $15,000 for the Jane E. Dolan Administrative Leadership Fund when 12 donors make a gift to this fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Swimming and Diving Challenge graphic

Swimming & Diving Challenge – An anonymous friend of Milwaukee Athletics will unlock $3,500 for Swimming & Diving when 40 donors give. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for Track and Field program

Track & Field Challenge – An anonymous donor will unlock $1,000 for Track & Field and Cross Country when 40 donors give to the fund for those teams. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the UWM Libraries

UWM Libraries Challenge – One anonymous donor will unlock $2,000 for UWM Libraries once 25 donors contribute to the UWM Libraries Fund, enhancing study spaces and book accessibility. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the UWM Research Foundation

UWM Research Foundation Innovators Challenge – Christina Fiasca ’80 will give $2,500 when 15 donors support the UWM Research Foundation Operations Fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for the UWM String Academy

UWM String Academy Fund Challenge – An anonymous friend of the UWM String Academy will unlock $3,000 for the program when 25 donors give to the fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

UWM Alumni Association Endowment Fund Challenge graphic

UWMAA Endowment Fund Challenge – Meg ’85 and Joe Jansky will unlock $5,000 when 35 donors give to the UWM Alumni Association Endowment Fund. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

414 Giving Day Challenge Graphic for Women's Basketball

Women’s Basketball Match – Jen Greger ’97, and Mark and Shawn Geinopolos will match the first $5,000 given to support Women’s Basketball. Make your gift now to help meet this match! #414forUWM

Zilber College of Public Health Challenge graphic

Zilber College of Public Health Challenge – Monica and Shane Wendel will unlock $10,000 for the Zilber College of Public Health when 20 donors give to the college. Make your gift now to help unlock this challenge! #414forUWM

Questions about being a 414 for UWM Advocate? Please contact University Advancement at advance@uwm.edu or 414-229-3020.