About McGill24
New & First-Time Donor Match
First time giving to McGill24? Your donation will be matched up to
dollar for dollar*, thanks to generous donations by McGill’s Board of Governors,
the McGill Alumni Association and The Friends of McGill University Inc. in the U.S.
Give now
to make your gift go even further!
*Online donations made by students or young alumni on McGill24 (March 11) between 12 AM and 11:59 PM EDT are eligible for a
maximum of 1:1 matching, up to $1,000 per donor. If donations made during this period exceed the amount of matching funds
available, the matching ratio will be adjusted accordingly.
Student & Young Alumni Match
If you are a current student, or under 36 years old and graduated within the last 10 years, your donation will be matched up to dollar for dollar*,
thanks to generous donations by McGill's Board of Governors, the McGill Alumni Association and The Friends of McGill University Inc. in the U.S. Every dollar goes that much further!
Give now!
*Online donations made by students or young alumni on McGill24 (March 11) between 12 AM and 11:59 PM EDT are eligible for a
maximum of 1:1 matching, up to $1,000 per donor. If donations made during this period exceed the amount of matching funds
available, the matching ratio will be adjusted accordingly.
Crowdfunding Match
Every donation made to a McGill Crowdfunding project during McGill24 will be matched up to dollar for dollar*,
thanks to generous donations by McGill's Board of Governors,
the McGill Alumni Association and The Friends of McGill University Inc. in the U.S. Help these great initiatives and
give now!
*Online donations made through McGill Crowdfunding on McGill24 (March 11) between 12 AM and 11:59 PM EDT are eligible for a
maximum of 1:1 matching, up to $1,000 per donor. If donations made during this period exceed the amount of matching funds
available, the matching ratio will be adjusted accordingly.
McGill24 Challenges
Thanks to generous donors, on McGill24 only, participation challenges will help unlock additional funds for the University.
When donors come together to complete a challenge, even more funds will be unlocked for students and research.
Support any faculty, unit or regional challenge by making a gift. Parents, faculty and staff can also have their gifts
amplified through challenges just for them. View the challenges and
give now
to have your gift go even further!
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FAQs
What is McGill24?
McGill24 is a 24-hour digital fundraising campaign held on March 11, 2026, when alumni, students, parents,
friends, faculty and staff come together to bring about change through philanthropy.
Last year, McGill24 – the largest one-day fundraiser of its kind in Canadian university history –
saw thousands of McGillians make 7,181 gifts totaling $5.34 million to support the world-class education and research that
defines McGill. As the McGill24 tradition continues,
each gift made through the University during this one-day period
will make an impact by supporting inspiring causes that create real change in our communities, at home and abroad.
How do I decide where to give?
McGill24 provides opportunities to give to any area of the University that is meaningful to you. On
March 11, gifts are worth even more,
thanks to donor-funded challenges and matching funds. Donors provide vital support to the most immediate needs of the University.
Gifts to faculties and schools are essential to departments, while contributions to key University priorities make a significant difference in the lives of students.
How can I give?
Gifts on McGill24 can be made using our
secure online form.
No matter how you choose to contribute, all gifts made on March 11
will be counted in the McGill24 totals.
Will 100% of my gift go to my designated area?
Yes. McGill makes it a priority to ensure that each donor's wishes are honoured.
Is there a minimum donation amount?
No. All gifts, regardless of size, are important and have a meaningful effect on students, faculty and the entire McGill community.
Are gifts tax deductible?
A Canadian tax receipt is automatically generated for online gifts of all dollar amounts.
Gifts sent by mail or made over the phone must be CAD$15 or more to be eligible for
tax receipts in Canada. Gifts made by alumni and parents in the United States are eligible for a tax receipt.
Can I create a payroll deduction if I am a McGill employee?
Yes! You may create a payroll deduction to celebrate McGill24 and to support the University
throughout the year. Please use
this form
to set up a payroll deduction.
I live outside of Canada or the USA — how can I make my gift?
There
are multiple ways to give to McGill if you live outside of Canada or the USA.
I have questions. Who can I contact?
McGill University Advancement at mcgill24@mcgill.ca
