For the more than 4,000 students attending Ivy Tech Richmond, one day can make a difference. On April 8, Ivy Tech Richmond will join Ivy Tech Community College’s 19 campuses across Indiana in celebrating Ivy Tech Day, a 24-hour fundraising event dedicated to student success, scholarships, and transformative programs. Community members, alumni, faculty, staff, and donors are encouraged to participate and support the students shaping the Ivy Tech Richmond service area’s workforce and economy.

"Ivy Tech Day is a celebration of the students, alumni, and employers we serve," said Chad Bolser, chancellor, Ivy Tech Richmond. "Every dollar raised directly impacts our students by providing scholarships, career training, and resources to help them succeed. We are excited to see our communities rally together in support of student success and economic growth in Fayette, Randolph, Rush, Union, and Wayne counties.”

– Chad Bolser, Ivy Tech Richmond Chancellor

How to Participate

Supporting Ivy Tech Richmond is easy. Donations can be made at ivytech.edu/giveday/richmond starting at midnight on April 8. Supporters can also set up a matching gift, become a social ambassador or visit local community partners participating in Ivy Tech Day.

Last year, Ivy Tech Richmond raised more than $25,000 for student scholarships, wraparound supports and programs on Ivy Tech Day. The annual day of giving raised more than $400,000 for Ivy Tech students across Indiana.

Ivy Tech contributes nearly $4 billion annually to Indiana’s economy, with over 80% of graduates remaining in the state. In 2023-24, the College awarded more than 46,000 credentials—nearly half of all postsecondary credentials in Indiana. 

About Ivy Tech Community College

Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana’s largest public post-secondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system. Ivy Tech serves more than 200,000 students annually and offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training in more than 70 programs across Indiana. The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is committed to providing affordable, high-quality education aligned with the needs of Indiana’s workforce.