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On March 11, spread the 91˿Ƶ24 magic!

What happens when thousands of 91˿Ƶians come together for a good cause? Magic.

91˿Ƶ24 is back to celebrate the power of collective giving and support student success. This year is all about spreading joy and happiness – because when you do good, you feel good!

With matching gifts, challenges, and alumni events all over the world,every contribution grows – and every act of generosity spreads joy.

Choose your cause. Join the celebration. Let’s make magic happen – together!

Your $ Goes Further!

91˿Ƶ24 is all about the power of participation: when the 91˿Ƶ community comes together, we make magic happen. Taking part in this day of giving demonstrates a commitment to and investment in the next generation of leaders.Every single gift matters, because as more people give, each gift counts for more.

Here’s how your gift to any faculty or area of 91˿Ƶ will go further onMarch 11:

AMPLIFY THE IMPACT OF YOUR GIFT

  • If you are a current student or are under 36 years old and have graduated within the last 10 years, generous donors – including the 91˿Ƶ Alumni Association, the Board of Governors and the Friends of 91˿Ƶ in the U.S. – will boost your donation by matching it dollar for dollar onMarch 11.
  • Thismatchalso applies to every donation made in support of fundraisers featured on 91˿Ƶ Crowdfunding that have a direct impact on students and areas across the University.

WHO DOESN’T LIKE A CHALLENGE?

Your gift on 91˿Ƶ24 can unlockdonor-funded challengesacross the University. Here’s how they work: generous donors who want to encourage others to join them in supporting 91˿Ƶ agree to “unlock” additional funds once other donors successfully complete a participation challenge. For instance, a donor may propose that if at least 100 people give to a particular faculty, that donor will contribute an additional $100,000 to that faculty.

  • Support your faculty:

Encourage fellow graduates of your faculty to join you in giving onMarch 11so you can increase the support your faculty receives! When your faculty surpasses a certain number of donations, a challenge donor will unlock even more funds for your faculty.

  • Celebrate your region:

Represent where you live by participating in aregional challenge. For instance, if you live in Quebec or Ontario, encourage your local counterparts to join you in giving onMarch 11. Once your region surpasses a certain number of donations, a challenge donor will unlock even more funds for the University.

  • 91˿Ƶ personnel:

Academic and non-academic staff team up to navigate the challenges 91˿Ƶ faces with remarkable adaptability and ingenuity, and an unshakable commitment to our collective mission. Represent 91˿Ƶ even further by participating in theFaculty & Staff Challenge on March 11!Once a certain number of donations are received from faculty and staff members, a challenge donor will unlock even more funds for the University.

  • Parents:

Support your 91˿Ƶ student by giving to the area of your choice at the University through theParents Challenge on March 11!Once a certain number of donations are received from 91˿Ƶ Parents, a challenge donor will unlock even more funds for the University.

Get Involved!
  • Check for 91˿Ƶ Education and give your support
  • Sign up to create your personal 91˿Ƶ24 fundraising page!Make an impact by
  • Attend an in-person event!We’re thrilled to bring 91˿Ƶ24 events back to a region near you.
  • Follow 91˿Ƶ accounts on social media
FAQs

What is 91˿Ƶ24?

91˿Ƶ24 is a 24-hour digital fundraising campaign, held this year on March 11, 2026,when alumni, students, parents, friends, faculty and staff come together to represent 91˿Ƶ through philanthropy. Each year, thousands of 91˿Ƶians unite to raise millions in support of the world-class education, research and community initiatives that define 91˿Ƶ. As the91˿Ƶ24tradition continues, each gift made to the University during this one-day period will support the causes that imagine and create a better future at the University and beyond.

How do I decide where to give?

91˿Ƶ24provides opportunities to give to any area of the University that is meaningful to you. OnMarch 11, gifts are worth even more, thanks to donor-funded challenges and matching* funds. Donors provide vital support to the most immediate needs of the University. Gifts to faculties and schools are essential to departments, while contributions to key University priorities make a significant difference in the lives of students.

* Matching funds are available to current students and young alumni who graduated less than 10 years ago and are under 36 years old.

How can I give?

Gifts on91˿Ƶ24can be made using our. No matter how you choose to contribute, all gifts made onMarch 11will be counted in91˿Ƶ24totals.

Will 100% of my gift go to my designated area?

Yes. 91˿Ƶ makes it a priority to ensure that each donor’s wishes are honoured.

Is there a minimum donation amount?

No. All gifts, regardless of size, are important and have a meaningful effect on students, faculty and the entire 91˿Ƶ community.

How do I set up my own 91˿Ƶ24 crowdfunding campaign?

Setting up a crowdfunding campaign of your own is simple:

  1. Choose the cause
  2. Set a fundraising goal
  3. We’ll set up a unique crowdfunding page for you to share with your network!

Sign up using our.

Gifts made to your page on March 11 will be amplified by generous donors in the 91˿Ƶ community.

Are gifts tax deductible?

A Canadian tax receipt is automatically generated for online gifts of all dollar amounts. Gifts sent by mail or made over the phone must be CAD$15 or more to be eligible for tax receipts in Canada. Gifts made by alumni and parents in the United States are eligible for a tax receipt.

Can I create a payroll deduction if I am a 91˿Ƶ employee?

Yes! You may create a payroll deduction to celebrate 91˿Ƶ24 and to support the University throughout the year. Please useto set up a payroll deduction.

I live outside of Canada or the U.S. – how can I make my gift?

I have questions. Who can I contact?

Contact 91˿Ƶ Advancement atmcgill24 [at] mcgill.ca (subject: 91˿Ƶ24) ()

91˿Ƶ24 is a special day to celebrate our successes and to show spirit, as can be seen from the snapshots in our photo gallery below.


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