Pioneer Fund

NEW CHALLENGE ANNOUNCED: To keep the momentum going, the Board of Trustees is offering a challenge. Trustees will contribute an additional $197,000 if we reach a total of 2,500 donors by 5 p.m. CT today.

We’re thrilled to share that we’ve met the International Donor Challenge — with more than 40 donors from outside the U.S. showing their support for Grinnell students!

Because of this incredible global response, Bill Mohrman ’66 will contribute $50,000 to the Institute for Global Engagement, helping students turn knowledge into action around the world.

Thanks to the incredible support of alumni, families, and friends from all 50 states + D.C., we’ve officially met the 50 State/D.C. Challenge! 🌎❤️

Because of so many generous donors, Bill Mohrman ’66 will give $50,000 to the Institute for Global Engagement, supporting students as they learn, explore, and lead around the world.

This is what coast-to-coast Grinnell pride looks like—thank you for uniting to make a global impact!

Teams have been busy spreading the word during this year's Scarlet & Give Back Day! The excitement is building and the competition is heating up! Here's where things stand in the team leaderboard:

2nd Place: Swim/Dive

3rd Place: ODEI

4th Place: Tennis, Team RED/Finance, Center for Humanities, and IGE

Keep it up, teams! There's still time to climb the leaderboard and bring it home. Every post, message, and gift helps make a difference for Grinnell students!

Scarlet is celebrating 10 years of giving back with the Grinnell community! From campus to around the world, Grinnellians are showing up to make a difference—together.

The 10th year of Scarlet & Give Back Day is here!