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From Alumni Board President Joshua Foster '08: Why Pacific Gives Matters

Current and former members of the Pacific Alumni Association Board of Directors at Homecoming and Family Weekend 2023.

As alumni, we’ve all experienced firsthand the life-changing education, opportunities, and connections that ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÍø provides. Today, I’m inviting you to continue that legacy of support through 

When you choose to give back to your alma mater, you’re doing more than just donating to a cause— your gift makes an incredible impact on the alumni participation rate. This is the percentage of alumni who choose to give back to their alma mater, and it plays a crucial role in the ongoing success of ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÍø.

Why Does Alumni Participation Matter?
Alumni participation is more than just a number—it’s an indicator of satisfaction and pride in the institution we all call home. A high alumni participation rate signals to the world that Pacific alumni are committed to the success of their alma mater. It demonstrates that we, as graduates, are not only proud of our degrees but also invested in ensuring future generations of Tigers receive the same opportunities we had.

But there's more: the alumni participation rate is a key factor in how colleges and universities are ranked. The higher the participation rate, the higher the institution is ranked, which directly influences the value of your degree. When alumni give back, it helps elevate the university’s standing in national rankings, which benefits current students and adds even greater value to the education we received.

The Ripple Effect of Giving Back
Imagine if every Pacific alum gave just $10. We could raise over a quarter of a million dollars—money that would directly support scholarships, academic programs, and the student experience. This collective effort would not only strengthen our alma mater, but it would also have a profound and lasting impact on the future of our university.

The power of alumni giving isn’t just in the size of each individual gift; it’s in the strength of the collective. By participating in Pacific Gives, you are contributing to a larger movement that strengthens the legacy of our institution and helps rise Pacific’s rank, enhancing the value of your own degree and ensuring that future Tigers will continue to benefit from a world-class education.

Double Your Impact with Early Giving
As a reminder, , and with the matching gift opportunity, your donation will go twice as far. Your participation makes a real difference in how Pacific is viewed by prospective students, employers, and the world.

Celebrate with Us, Roar Even Louder
Mark your calendars for April 8-9 for a special 24-hour celebration of giving. But don’t wait—join the movement today by showing off your Tiger pride in your photos and posts by wearing orange and sharing your college photos with ! Don’t forget to use  to spread the word and encourage fellow alumni to join in.

Let’s unite in our Tiger pride and make Pacific’s alumni participation rate soar. Together, we can elevate Pacific’s standing, strengthen the value of our degrees, and ensure that future Tigers have the resources they need to succeed. Thank you for being a part of this incredible community and for continuing to show that once a Tiger, always a Tiger.