Purdue Day of Giving Raises $41.6M

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In its sixth year, Purdue University’s Purdue Day of Giving raised $41.6 million, setting the fifth straight record for a 24-hour higher education fundraising campaign. The university says it received 21,420 gifts from 60 countries.

“150 Years of Giant Leaps,” the university’s theme, headlined the social media-based event and topped last year’s record-setting performance of $37.6 million, 18,663 gifts and 58 participating countries.

“Again this year, the Purdue family has come together in a one-day outpouring of generosity and spirit that is unmatched in the entire country,” said Purdue President Mitch Daniels in a news release. “We are so grateful to the organizers and to everyone who donated for supporting this remarkable day so wholeheartedly.”