Mark your calendars for April 10-11, 2025! Carthage College's Red and Ready Giving Days are just around the corner, and we're excited to come together as a community to make a lasting impact. Over these two days, alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of Carthage will unite to support the causes that matter most to our campus. Whether it's scholarships, academic programs, athletics, or student life, your participation will help fuel the future of Carthage.
Stay tuned for more details. Let's show our Firebird pride and make this year's Red and Ready Giving Days the most successful yet!
Host a Virtual Gathering!
Calling all alumni and affinity groups! Want to make an even bigger impact during Red & Ready Giving Days? Volunteer to host a virtual event and bring Firebirds together from anywhere in the world!
As a virtual host, you'll connect with your classmates or affinity group, create a space for meaningful conversations, and inspire others to give back to Carthage. Whether it's a class reunion* or an interest-based gathering, your event can help celebrate the spirit of Carthage while supporting its future.
*Class Reunions for 2025 Include: 2025, 2020, 2015, 2010, 2005, 2000, 1995, 1990, 1985, 1980, & 1975.
Amplify Your Impact: Challengers Wanted!
Take your support for Carthage College to the next level by issuing a matching gift challenge during Red and Ready Giving Days.
Matching gifts are a powerful way to motivate others to give, doubling or even tripling the impact of every dollar donated. Whether you're an individual, a family, or a reunion group, your challenge can inspire others to join you in supporting the Carthage community. Read more about being a Challenge Donor.
Ready to make a difference? Contact our office today to work with our major gifts team to set up your matching gift challenge.
Become a Red & Ready Ambassador!
Join the Red and Ready Giving Days as an ambassador and champion a cause that's close to your heart.
As an ambassador, you'll be at the forefront of our fundraising efforts, spreading the word and encouraging others to make a difference. You'll have the opportunity to support the area of Carthage that means the most to you.
Plus, as an ambassador, you'll gain access to our exclusive ambassador leaderboard. Compete with others to see who can inspire the most donors and raise the most funds.