Best of CASE District VII Award
 

Institution: University of California, Davis

Title of entry: Aggie Thank U: Great Alumni are not born, they are made!

About this entry: The primary objective of Aggie Thank U is to educate UC Davis students about the meaningful impact of philanthropy across every facet of the campus. For this event, Donor Relations partners with the UC Davis Student Foundation (a.k.a. "Aggies Helping Aggies" or "AHA”) whose sole mission is to educate their peers about philanthropy and the positive, lasting impact it can have on current and future Aggies. Aggie Thank U has been meticulously crafted to be dynamic and interactive, aiming to relay the significance of philanthropy to students in an enjoyable, engaging, and participatory manner.

Through student engagement in an immersive and dynamic learning experience, interactive stations encompassing trivia challenges, physically skilled games, and the crafting of appreciative thank-you notes and videos provide a comprehensive platform for students to gain insights into the principles and practices of philanthropy.

Following the conclusion of the event, a compilation of videos and images captured during the event is assembled into ThankView, a personalized video message software platform. This thoughtful compilation serves as a stewardship tool, designed to express gratitude and recognition to the esteemed members of our giving societies and donors who generously contribute to scholarships and student funds.