DAY OF GIVING | MATCH DETAILS

Instead of a traditional “first come, first matched” approach... We’ve set aside $190,000 to be shared among all gifts to Ohio State funds on April 3, 2025.

Matching Pool Details

• The match boost will be applied to the same fund as the gift.
• Every gift will be amplified equally: At the end of the campaign, we’ll count the total number of individual gifts and then divide the $190,000 match evenly among those gifts. For example, if we receive 4,000 gifts, each gift will unlock $47.50 from the match pool (that’s $190,000 ÷ 4,000)
• Existing gifts are not boosted, unless they are increased during the matching period. If you have a monthly gift and you increase it, your gift will receive a boost. Pledges are not eligible to receive funds from the matching pool.
• No gift too big or too small: Because the boost is based on the number of gifts, not the size, each gift gets the same additional amount added.
• Timeframe: Every gift to eligible funds made through the Day of Giving website from 3/14/2025 - 04/3/2025 is eligible. Every gift to eligible funds received on 4/3/2025 (excluding mailed donations) will be eligible.
• Only gifts to Ohio State funds are matched. Gifts directly to Pelotonia are not matched.
• Gifts are matched to the individual donor. If two people are married, only the individual giving the gift will be matched. If both married individuals give gifts, both gifts are matched separately.
• Non-charitable gifts, such as those qualifying for football tickets, are not matched.

DAY OF GIVING | AMBASSADOR GUIDE

As a passionate supporter of Ohio State, you play a vital role in extending the impact our community makes every day. This year, we invite you to not only participate by making your own donation but also by mobilizing your personal networks to join our Day of Giving. Your voice and connections can spark generosity and show the limitless impact we can make as one incredible Buckeye community!  

There are two key ways you can help as an ambassador for Day of Giving: 

• Share Your Story on Social Media 
  • Post about Day of Giving using your own words—explain why you give, what Ohio State means to you, and how a donation can make a difference. 
  • Include the giving link in your posts: dayofgiving.osu.edu
  • Use the hashtag: #BuckeyesGive 
• Engage Your Personal Network 
  • Reach out personally to at least three (or more) friends, family members, or colleagues who share your passion for Ohio State. A personal conversation, email, or phone call can make all the difference.