We are proud to share that the 2026 Day of Giving set a record for the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business. Generous alumni and friends came together to raise more than $188,000 in support of the School — our most successful Day of Giving in history!
Day of Giving is about participation as much as philanthropy. Each gift, regardless of size, reflects a vote of confidence in our students and our mission. Together, those gifts create momentum that strengthens the School’s ability to innovate, adapt, and lead in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
With your support, we continue to empower the next generation of business leaders. Our students graduate ready to think boldly, lead with integrity, and shape the future of business and our communities.
Day of Giving support is tangible. It shows up in expanded programming, enhanced resources, meaningful connections, and opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach. Equally important, it conveys a message from our alumni community and friends to our students: we believe in them.
The record set this year is worth celebrating. What’s truly inspiring is what it represents: a community united in purpose and committed to equipping the next generation of Difference Makers.
On behalf of our faculty, staff, and especially our students, thank you for believing in their potential and in the promise of the School of Business. Your generosity ensures that we remain at the forefront of business education while staying true to our mission.
We are deeply grateful!
| School Leaderboard by Gifts | ||
|---|---|---|
| RANK | SCHOOL | GIFTS |
| 1 | School of Business | 130 |
| 2 | School of Law | 99 |
| 3 | Liberal Arts | 76 |
| 4 | School of Nursing | 74 |
| 5 | Health Sciences | 57 |
| 6 | School of Pharmacy | 48 |
| 7 | School of Education | 34 |
| 8 | School of Music | 34 |
| 9 | Science & Engineering | 24 |
| 10 | College of Osteopathic Medicine | 6 |
| Amount Raised Leaderboard by Area of Campus | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athletics | $338,805.28 |
| 2 | School of Business | $188,818.27 |
| 3 | School of Law | $179,728.29 |
| 4 | School of Nursing | $26,128.59 |
| 5 | School of Pharmacy | $21,889.98 |
| 6 | Liberal Arts | $21,287.41 |
| 7 | Health Sciences | $15,443.31 |
| 8 | School of Education | $8,307.90 |
| 9 | Study Abroad | $7,395.59 |
| 10 | Other | $7,059.69 |
Save the Date for Duquesne's 12th Annual Day of Giving: February 17, 2027!
News Information