La Follette School of Public Affairs
Inspiring evidence-based policymaking

Day of the Badger

@ 10:12 am - @ 5:00 pm

A spirited day of giving where you can help support the La Follette School and unlock $70,500 when we reach 200 donors.

Help us unlock $70,500

David & Madeleine Lubar, Michael & JoAnn Youngman, Jennifer Abele, Roger Ervin, Terry Lierman, Jack & Sarah Salzwedel, Kevin Hayden, Chuck Pruitt, Carolyn Hill, and Bob Lang created a generous $70,500 challenge for La Follette School alumni and supporters.

Every 50 donors who give unlock another portion of the matching gift.

Your gift’s impact

The La Follette School is committed to training the next generation of leaders who will bring thoughtful, informed perspectives to the critical issues facing our communities, our country, and the world. Our mission remains vital: to empower students with the curiosity, skills and understanding they need to approach complex problems with the sense of respect and the spirit of collaboration. Our students know how to bridge divides and create meaningful solutions.

Your Day of the Badger gift supports:

  • La Follette students with opportunities to develop skills through academic excellence, experiential learning, and hands-on research
  • La Follette faculty to prepare students for public policy careers and advance critical research
  • La Follette School with resources to connect the campus to the community

The Wisconsin Idea is meant to be shared. Pay it forward to La Follette today!

Get involved

  • Make a gift on April 8 or 9 to help us exceed 200 donors — every donation makes a difference and every dollar counts!
  • Spread the word and share your La Follette School spirit on social media by tagging @UWLaFollette and using #DayOfTheBadger.
  • Alumni can rally their cohorts for the annual graduating class competition. The graduation year with the highest percentage of Day of the Badger donors wins. Follow along on social media to see the standings.

Leadership Circle

Join our Leadership Circle during Day of the Badger with a monthly gift as low as $40 or an annual gift of $500 or more. As a member of the Leadership Circle, you will receive invites to special events and member-only updates, news, and information.

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