G is for Giving campaign launches with Halloween drive-through event

G is for Giving campaign launches with Halloween drive-through event

G is for Giving campaign launches with Halloween drive-through event


11/16/2021
UOGEF Team
UOGEF House
GIG Staff
GIG Ms. Kat
GIG Kick Off

The University of Guam Endowment Foundation launched its annual “G is for Giving” campaign on Oct. 29 with a Halloween-themed drive-through donation event at its office Dean’s Circle. “G is for Giving” is an annual campaign to raise funds for student scholarships as well as university schools, programs, and equipment. 

Since it launched in 2017, the “G is for Giving” campaign has raised more than $280,000. In those five years, more than $100,000 has been awarded to UOG students through scholarships, directly impacting their trajectory during their transformation from student to working professional. 

The drive-through event gave community members an opportunity to drop off donations in person, meet the Endowment Foundation team, and receive a goody treat bag with information packets. 

"We had more than 100 visitors drive through," said Jirrah Bautista, associate director of alumni and annual giving for the UOG Endowment Foundation. "It was fun to see the many kids in their costumes while also growing support for the foundation." 

The UOG Endowment Foundation house was decked out in Halloween décor making it a safe, fun way to start the Halloween weekend. 

“Events and activities like this one help bring awareness to students’ financial needs as they pursue their degrees,” said Executive Director Katrina Perez. “The generous donations from the community ensure that we can continue to facilitate programs and scholarships to help UOG students achieve their higher education goals.” 

Scholarships available
Scholarship opportunities set up through the foundation by various companies, organizations, and individuals bring students opportunities to receive awards for the academic year ranging from $500 to $5,000. 

Various scholarships are available now through the foundation. Students have until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, to apply. 

How to donate

For any companies or individuals interested in donating to support the University of Guam, please contact the University of Guam Endowment Foundation at (671) 735-2957 or info@uogendowment.org, or visit https://give.uog.edu for more information.