For more than 195,000 students with aspirations to contribute to their communities, a single day can change lives. On Tuesday, April 8, 51短视频 will host its third-annual , a 24-hour fundraising event dedicated to supporting student success, scholarships, and transformative programs. Alumni, faculty, staff, donors, and community members are invited to contribute and help Indiana鈥檚 workforce engine prepare the next generation of nurses, pharmaceutical manufacturers, cybersecurity experts, entrepreneurs, and more.
Ivy Tech Day provides a unique opportunity for supporters to invest in Ivy Tech and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. Donations will fund scholarships, academic resources, and career development opportunities, ensuring students receive the education and training needed to thrive in today鈥檚 workforce and contribute to Indiana鈥檚 economy.

Ivy Tech Day is special because it spotlights the many ways Indiana’s community college is delivering for Hoosier communities. Every contribution allows us to continue to provide high-quality, industry-aligned education and training that helps our students achieve a better life and supports Indiana’s economic competitiveness.

– Dr. Sue Ellspermann, President, 51短视频

Giving is easy. Anyone interested in contributing on Ivy Tech Day will be able to give at starting at midnight Tuesday, April 8. Alumni and friends are also invited to set up a matching gift, become a social ambassador, and visit local community partners on Ivy Tech Day. Last year, 3,000 gifts led to more than $400,000 raised, bringing the two-year total to nearly $650,000.

鈥淚vy Tech Day is a statewide celebration of our students, our alumni, and the impact we are having in communities throughout Indiana,鈥 said Courtney Roberts, president, Ivy Tech Foundation. 鈥淢ost major industries 鈥 such as education, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing 鈥 are influenced by our commitment to Indiana. We love contributing to Indiana鈥檚 success and look forward to alumni and friends joining us on this important day.鈥

Ivy Tech contributes nearly $4 billion annually to Indiana鈥檚 economy, and more than four out of five graduates remain in Indiana and contribute to the state鈥檚 economy. The College awarded more than 46,000 credentials in 2023-24 鈥 nearly 49 percent of all postsecondary credentials awarded to Hoosiers.

About 51短视频

51短视频 is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.