One Day for Dawgs 2026 is coming on April 8!
One Day for Dawgs Begins In
Ferris State University's annual day of giving event returns on April 8. Join Ferris State alumni, friends, fans, and supporters from across Bulldog Nation in making a difference for the causes you care most about! Mark your calendar and plan to spread the word about this exciting day of Ferris State Philanthropy.
Lead Your Pack; Represent the Bulldogs
One Day for Dawgs Toolkit
Looking to make an impact on campus? Interested in representing the Ferris State and One Day for Dawgs brand?
Check out our ODFD Toolkit and get tips for having a successful campaign.
Challenge and Matching Gifts
Stay tuned to this page for updates on this year's Challenge and major Matching Gift opportunities as they are announced!
Save the Date video
Check out this year's save the date video announcement, and mark your calendar April 8, 2026!
2025 Impact
One Day Goal
$260,000
Total Gifts*
$288,494
Engagement
93 TEAMS
1,814 GIFTS
1,386 DONORS
406 FIRST-TIME DONORS
845 ALUMNI DONORS
142 FIRST-TIME ALUMNI DONORS
Gifts
799
$5 - $50 Gifts
391
$51 - $100 Gifts
565
$101 - $500 Gifts
57
$501+ Gifts
*Total gifts reflect any additional gifts received after the day of giving that were postmarked in support of One Day for Dawgs and as such, is higher than the initial total from the conclusion of the giving day.