This year's 1856 Challenge is led by our University Trustees, who aim to expand the impact of our collective generosity.
To inspire this effort, we are thrilled to announce that our Trustees have committed to matching all St. Lawrence Fund gifts dollar-for-dollar up to $300,000. If we reach 1,856 donors before 8:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 3, 2025, they will contribute an additional $100,000 to the St. Lawrence Fund to further support the cause.
Join the Scarlet & Brown March!
Help kick off the 1856 Challenge by making your gift early. Gifts made in the month of March with be counted in this year’s Challenge and give us early momentum to reach our goal of 1,856 donors.
Help us achieve our goals and unlock $400,000 to support our students and St. Lawrence.
Spread the Word
Become an Advocate by sharing "The 1856 Challenge: Scarlet & Brown Day Edition" with your network of friends and family. Learn more about ways to help by visiting the Advocate Dashboard. Be sure to check out the Advocate Toolkit for graphics you can share to share with your network.
The Challenge officially runs from Wednesday, April 2 at 9:00 a.m. ET to Thursday, April 3 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
Scarlet & Brown Day!
We are excited to announce this year’s 1856 Challenge will coincide with St. Lawrence University’s inaugural Scarlet & Brown Day on April 3, 2025. On this day, we hope every Laurentian will do three things:
- Wear Scarlet & Brown with pride.
- Connect with a fellow Laurentian.
- Make a gift to support St. Lawrence!
Celebrate Worldwide!!
Laurentians everywhere can join in the Scarlet & Brown Day fun on April 3. Learn more about how you can participate!
Thank you to those who have already made a gift to support St. Lawrence during this year's 1856 Challenge!