Purdue United Way campaign still needs pledges to reach goal

In its final days, the Purdue United Way campaign still needs more support from the campus community to reach its goal of $700,000. As of Tuesday (Nov. 7), $647,043 had been raised for this year’s campaign, which ends Friday (Nov. 10).

Lisa Duncan, Purdue United Way liaison and nonprofit engagement director, thanked Purdue employees for their support so far and encouraged those who have not yet pledged to do so before the campaign wraps up.

“I want to thank everyone who has helped with this year’s Purdue United Way campaign,” Duncan said. “From the many department volunteers to the fundraising groups to Dean (Beth) McNeil’s team to the Office of Engagement team — it was truly a group effort! The work United Way of Greater Lafayette does is of vital importance to our strong and prosperous community, and we have an amazing group of Purdue faculty, staff and students who help promote this great work and give generously. Together we can make a tremendous impact right here in the community we call home. If you have not yet had a chance to make your pledge, please join us.”

The theme of this year’s campaign is “All In: Boilermakers Making a Difference.” A list of testimonials from employees who have pledged to support this year’s campaign can be found on the Office of Engagement’s website. Beth McNeil, dean of Libraries and School of Information Studies, is this year’s campaign chair. 

The Purdue United Way campaign will wrap up during United Way of Greater Lafayette’s campaign victory celebration, set for 5:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at MatchBOX Coworking Studio, 17 S. Sixth St., Lafayette. Members of the campus community are invited to attend.

To donate or learn more about this year’s campaign, visit the Purdue United Way website. Questions can be directed to Duncan at llduncan@purdue.edu.