WheatonGives 2026 Raises Record $1.19M

Wheaton College celebrates a historic milestone as WheatonGives 2026 raised a record-breaking $1.19M, advancing key priorities within the College’s Faithfully Forward campaign.

Highlights

• $1.19M raised — highest in WheatonGives history
• 1,270+ donors — consistent, faithful participation across the community
• Broad support from alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff, and friends
• Current student classes provided the highest participation
• Momentum supporting the Faithfully Forward campaign and its core initiatives

Where the Funds Are Making an Impact

The majority of gifts supported the Wheaton Fund, the College’s primary source of flexible support. Additional areas of impact include key priorities of the Faithfully Forward campaign:

• Athletics facilities expansion
• Library renovations
• Need-based and academic scholarships
• Endowed internship and graduate impact funds
• Student success

The Wheaton Fund remains essential to the College’s mission—sustaining daily operations and ensuring a transformative, Christ-centered education remains both excellent and affordable for every student.

“The generosity we have seen is both inspiring and deeply humbling,” said Kirk Farney, Vice President of Advancement, Vocation, and Alumni Engagement. “We are profoundly grateful—not only to our donors for their generous support, but ultimately to God for His continued provision. His faithfulness is evident in the way this community comes together year after year.”

Campus celebrations brought students together in Lower Beamer throughout the day, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere. Highlights included:

• Food giveaways and student activities
• Therapy dog visits
• Prize drawings and special events

Student Azana Mack ’27 reflected on the experience, describing WheatonGives as “such a vibrant, energizing” day. She noted the joy of “watching students gather…coming together to support the cause,” and shared that she is “deeply thankful for our generous donors who continue to give so faithfully.”

While donor participation remained steady compared to previous years, the record-breaking total underscores the growing impact of collective generosity.

• Every gift supports student formation—academically, spiritually, and professionally
• Every contribution strengthens Wheaton’s Christ-centered mission
• Every donor plays a role in shaping future leaders

WheatonGives 2026 stands as a powerful reminder of what happens when a community unites in shared purpose—advancing the mission of Wheaton College and extending its impact far beyond campus.