Raise Some L, the University of Louisville’s day of giving, kicks off Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 6:02 p.m., and runs through midnight on Wednesday, Oct. 22.
This celebration of generosity spans 1,798 minutes, a tribute to UofL’s founding year, and invites Cardinals everywhere to come together in support of the university they love.
Timed to energize Homecoming week, Raise Some L rallies the Cardinal community around the initiatives, programs and people shaping UofL’s future.
“Your support of the UofL family ignites transformative opportunities for our students, patients and community. It empowers the next generation of Cardinals to reach their full potential,” said President Gerry Bradley. “We are building a brighter tomorrow and moving forward together.”
Recent Major Gifts and Commitments
This year’s Raise Some L celebration has already been bolstered by several significant gifts and commitments that will make an immediate and lasting impact across the University of Louisville. Highlights include:
- Dr. Amar and Mrs. Paulomi Desai – Dr. Amar and Mrs. Paulomi Desai – A transformational $500,000 commitment over the next five years to establish two Student Success Funds in honor of their mothers, Pramilla Navinchandra Desai and Pushpavati Manubhai Desai, providing sustained support for undergraduate and medical students with financial need. The funds will help cover housing, food, transportation, childcare, and other essential expenses to ensure students can remain enrolled and succeed at UofL.
- Phoenix Controls – An in-kind gift valued at $382,258 to enhance the new Applied Engineering program, providing state-of-the-art technology and resources for hands-on learning.
- SEW-EURODRIVE – An in-kind gift valued at $358,000 to support the Applied Engineering program, providing state-of-the-art technology and resources for hands-on learning.
- Suraj and Rachel Alexander – A $100,000 gift establishing a new Centennial Scholarship fund within the J.B. Speed School of Engineering to support student opportunity and innovation, complemented by a $50,000 planned gift to sustain and advance the Speed School’s mission for years to come.
- Autodesk – $75,000 in support of state-of-the-art technologies and resources for the J.B. Speed School’s Applied Engineering program.
- St. James Court Neighborhood Association – A renewed commitment totaling $74,375 to benefit the Hite Art Institute, including the establishment of the St. James Court Neighborhood Association Scholarship Honoring Bill Holladay, Jr., to support students pursuing art and design.
- Lyle and Linda Graham – A $50,000 contribution to the Graham Student Philanthropy Endowed Fund and an additional $5,000 gift to the Graham Math Scholars Program, continuing their long-standing support for student engagement and success.
- Anonymous Planned Gift to the Speed School – A planned commitment valued at $50,000 to advance the mission and programs of the J.B. Speed School of Engineering.
- Genentech, Inc. –A gift of $43,421 to the School of Public Health & Information Sciences. Genentech is a pioneering biotechnology company committed to innovation, equity, and health. This gift helps prepare the next generation of leaders to tackle the world’s most pressing health challenges.
- Dr. Paul Kelty – A $25,000 pledge to the Golden Alumni Scholarship at the J.B. Speed School of Engineering. (Securities transfer processed by Baird Financial.)
- Anonymous Gift – A $12,500 matching gift to the UofL Writing, Editing and Publishing Lab, expanding resources and opportunities for students in the program.
“Raise Some L helps keep UofL accessible and affordable, fuels breakthrough research, enhances medical care and drives our momentum as a leading metropolitan research university,” said Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Vice President Jim Broschart. “We are profoundly grateful to the alumni, faculty, staff and friends who answer the call year after year. Your generosity makes it all possible.”
To learn more, make a gift or become a Raise Some L advocate, visit RaiseSomeL.org.
Campus Events & Student Energy
The Student Organization for Alumni Relations (SOAR) and the Student Activities Board (SAB) will host Raise Some L block parties on the Belknap and HSC campuses on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 12-2 p.m., featuring snacks, games, music and opportunities to get involved. Don’t miss the action at the campus quads and help spread the word using #RaiseSomeL on social media.
Last Year’s Impact
In 2024, more than 2,000 donors gave an incredible $5.4 million to support UofL, UofL Health and UofL Athletics. For the fourth consecutive year, Cardinal family members from all 50 states took part, showing the nation what it means to Raise Some L.
To see what else is happening during Homecoming week, visit uoflalumni.org/homecoming.
