What is URI Day of Giving?

URI Day of Giving is a 24-hour event for alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends to come together and show their Rhody pride. Be a part of Day of Giving by making a gift to any area of the University you are passionate about and encouraging others to join you. All gifts received on April 28 count toward our collective goal to raise more than $1.4 million from over 4,000 members of the URI community.

What should I support on URI Day of Giving?

Visit alumni.uri.edu/urigives to view some of the colleges, programs, varsity and club sports you can support, and check out the many gift challenges that can make your gift go further! In addition to the gift challenges, our priority is raising awareness and support for students, faculty, and their big ideas.

What can I do to help get the word out about URI Day of Giving?

You can help promote awareness of Day of Giving and the impact of generosity on the lives of URI students by becoming an advocate! Day of Giving Advocates raise awareness on social media by posting content and sharing with their networks to increase engagement. They also connect with URI alumni, family, and friends via phone, email, and/or text to encourage others to make a gift. It all adds up to make even more impact and improve the lives of students for years to come. Become an advocate here and access our advocate toolkit here.

If I make a gift before Day of Giving will it count?

Yes, gifts made between March 16 and April 28 will count toward Day of Giving.

How do I make a gift?

• Online: Online giving is the quickest, most convenient method of making a gift. Our online giving form is secure and accessible via any computer or mobile device.

• By Mail: Send a check payable to the “University of Rhode Island” to: 

URI Foundation

P.O. Box 1700

Kingston, RI 02881

Please include a note with your check letting us know where you would like your gift to be allocated. 

• By Phone: If you choose to pay by credit card and prefer to do it over the phone, please contact Rebecca Vigeant at 401.874.4786 or rvigeant@uri.edu.

• Payroll Deduction: URI faculty and staff can deduct gifts from their paycheck, either as a one-time gift or in installments, by filling out the payroll deduction form.

Is there a minimum donation amount?

Yes, the minimum donation amount is $5.

What payment methods do you accept for online gifts?

We accept all major credit cards as well as Venmo, Paypal, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Cash App Pay.

Can I give a gift of securities?

Yes, to make a gift of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds, please contact Rebecca Vigeant at 401.874.4786 or rvigeant@uri.edu. You can also use our securities transfer form.

Can I pay with my donor advised fund (DAF)?

You can make a distribution from your donor advised fund (DAF) and have it sent directly to URI Foundation. To contribute through your DAF, choose DAF Pay within our online giving form or go to Donor Advised Funds. You can learn more about setting up a DAF and its potential tax advantages.

Can I break my gift up over several months?

Yes! Click "Recurring" on the giving form to set up an ongoing gift, over several months, year, or indefinitely. 

How do I know if I am eligible for a matching gift through my employer?

Your employer may match charitable contributions. Just search your employer on this page, and contact your human resources office for any required documentation.

Can I make a gift if I live outside the U.S.?

Yes.

Is my gift tax-deductible?

Yes, the URI Foundation is a qualified charity that provides donors with tax benefits to the full extent of the law. Your gift qualifies for a tax-deduction in accordance with IRS regulations, during the calendar year that you make your gift. You will receive a gift receipt for your files. Please consult your tax professional for more information.

Who can I contact if I have a question not answered here?

For questions on URI’s Day of Giving, please visit alumni.uri.edu/urigives or contact foundation@uri.edu.