Alumni and Giving
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If I make a new pledge (not a gift), will I count as a GiveDays donor?
Yes, new pledges will be counted during GiveDays. However, if you currently have a pledge and wish to make a payment during GiveDays, that payment will not be counted toward our donor totals. …
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What types of gifts are accepted on GiveDays?
All types of gifts will be counted, including new or additional gifts for this fiscal year and payments on existing pledges. Gifts made online, by phone, or in person between now and GiveDays 2026 will be accepted. If you want to make your gift by check, please write “GiveDays” in …
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Who can participate in GiveDays?
Alumni, parents, faculty and staff, students, friends — anyone and everyone who wants to support Lynchburg can make a gift ($5 minimum). …
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Why are GiveDays different from any other day?
Hornets help each other get where we want to go! GiveDays are days for all Hornets to come together and celebrate our past, present, and future. It’s your chance to honor what you love most about Lynchburg! …
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Where can I park on campus?
If you bought a tailgating spot, you must park in your assigned spot. For all other vehicles, please park at the Hobbs-Sigler and the Thompson Hall lots (see a campus map for locations). Recreational vehicles, trailers, and other similar, large vehicles are not allowed in the tailgating area. …
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What is an open- or common-source container?
Common-source containers of alcohol meant for transporting, sharing, serving, and/or mixing alcohol in large quantities are prohibited. These containers include but are not limited to kegs, mini kegs, etc. Open-source alcohol containers and any receptacle that contains any amount of alcoholic beverage that is open or has a broken seal …
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What can I bring?
Food, beverages of choice, tent, coolers (no kegs or open-source containers), grills, pop-up chairs, etc. …
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Do I need to check in at the tailgate?
Yes, to enter the tailgate area, you must check-in. At check-in, you will be asked to show proof of age. Please bring your government-issued photo ID with you to be scanned at check-in. …
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Can I attend if I don’t register?
You can attend the tailgate without having a spot of your own. However, you still need to check in to enter the tailgate and must comply with all the regulations and statutes of the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (ABC). Parking spots for the tailgate are sold and assigned in …
