RPi Challenge

We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to each of you who made a gift during the Rπ Challenge — we are truly grateful to our alumni and alumnae network who participated from around the globe! Thanks to your generosity and support, Rensselaer students have access to a world-class education that will prepare them for success as future members of the alumni and alumnae community.

And now, what you’ve all been waiting for: the competition results! We are pleased to announce the following winners:

• RAA Chapter Participation Challenge: Puerto Rico chapter
• RAA Chapter Participation Challenge – 2nd Place: Washington, DC/Baltimore chapter
• RAA President’s Challenge: Puerto Rico – Fernando Quintero ’94
• Ambassador who brought in the largest number of donors: RAA Board member Donald Burgio ’89 

We truly appreciate everyone’s support and enthusiasm over the course of the two-week Rπ Challenge. To learn more about opportunities to support Rensselaer students, visit the Annual Giving website.

Finally, please mark your calendars for 2Rπ Giving Day on June 28! In the meantime, we hope to “see” you at the inaugural virtual Reunion & Homecoming April 14-16. Visit reunion.rpi.edu for more details.

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The Rπ Challenge is a new twist on Rπ Giving Day, with the overall goal of encouraging engagement and participation from RAA chapters across the globe.

Beginning on Rπ Day through March 27, RAA chapter members are encouraged to go online and make a gift of any amount to key funds where support is needed, including the Annual Fund, Student Relief Funds, Research Fund, or other options. And, there will be some friendly competition – the chapters with the highest level of participation will win bragging rights and some great prizes.

Please join us in supporting current students – and the next generation of Rensselaer alumni/ae – while connecting with your local RAA chapter online!

Alumni Participation: Show Your Rensselaer Pride

The philanthropic support of our alumni and alumnae is an important indicator of your belief in the educational mission of Rensselaer. Alumni/ae participation is one of the factors that organizations such as U.S. News & World Report consider in determining a university’s ranking and the quality of a school. Prospective students and their parents view donor participation as a measure of alumni satisfaction with their education. By giving back, you are demonstrating pride in your alma mater, and inspiring others to contribute to the success of each student.

Support Our Students

An annual gift is one of the most important contributions you can make to our students. Your gift of any amount will help, and can be designated toward the area of your choice, including the following:

• Annual Fund: Student Scholarship/Area of Greatest Need
• Let’s Go Red! Athletics Fund
• weR Gold
• Research Fund
• Undergraduate and Graduate Student Relief Fund
• RAA Scholarship

Your help is needed — now more than ever — as we continue to prepare our students to join the global network of successful alumni and alumnae after completing their education – particularly challenging during these unprecedented times.