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The 2026 WWU Softball Hit-A-Thon Fundraiser!
By WWU Softball
Help WWU Softball swing for the fences again this season!
Pledge by the distance your favorite player hits the ball or make a flat donation for the season!
Help WWU Softball swing for the fences again this season! Pledge by the distance your favorite player hits the ball or make a flat donation for the season! WWU Softball We are hoping we can count on you - our dedicated family, friends, fans, alumni, and supporters - to help enhance the WWU Softball program and provide our student-athletes with the best possible experience. Our goal is to raise $20,000 during our Viking Funder and Hit-A-Thon Campaign this November, and we’d love your help to get there! What is a Hit-A-Thon? Our Hit-A-Thon will take place on Friday, November 20th at 2:30pm (PST) at Viking Field. Each student-athlete will collect pledges in the form of dollars per foot prior to the event. During the Hit-A-Thon: Each player will take 10 swings off front toss from one of our coaches. The longest hit (measured in feet) will determine the final pledge total. If the ball clears the fence, we’ll continue measuring the distance until it stops rolling. Viking Field’s fence is 195 feet down the lines and 222 feet to center field for reference. The event will be live-streamed - tune in to cheer on your favorite Vikings! After the Hit-A-Thon, we willl contact everyone who pledged with the final distances and details on how to complete their contributions. How Can I Help? There are two ways you can give to our Viking Funder and Hit-A-Thon Campaign in November! 1. Make a pledge Support your favorite WWU Softball player in our Hit-A-Thon – fill out our online form to pledge to support a student-athlete for the hit-a-thon. After the Hit-A-Thon, we’ll notify you of your total and provide instructions to complete your gift right here on the Viking Funder page. CLICK HERE FOR THE LINK TO THE HIT-A-THON PLEDGE FORM 2. Give a flat donation Prefer to give directly? Click the green “Give Now” button at the top of this page to make a one-time contribution. Either way, every dollar will go directly to WWU Softball. All gifts are tax-deductible, and you’ll receive an emailed receipt after your donation. We sincerely appreciate your support - every contribution makes a difference! What Will the Money Go Towards? Travel opportunities to compete against the top teams in the country Training gear and apparel Practice equipment Facility rentals Uniforms Pre-season meals Team building activities. Thank You Thank you for your generous support of Western Washington Softball. Your investment in our program has a lasting impact on the lives of our student-athletes, both on and off the field, and we would not be where we are today without you. Over the past six years, WWU Softball has reached incredible heights: six consecutive GNAC Championship tournament appearances, four GNAC titles, four NCAA Championship Tournament berths, and two trips to the NCAA Division II Women’s College World Series - finishing as National Runner-Up in 2024 and advancing to the Final Four in 2025. These seasons have been filled with growth, grit, and unforgettable milestones, all made possible by our incredible alumni and donors like you who have paved the way. At WWU Softball, our mission is to build champions both on and off the field. Academically, our student-athletes continue to set a standard of excellence, maintaining a 3.6 team GPA, achieving a 100% graduation rate, and earning multiple academic honors, including GNAC All-Academic awards and NFCA All-America Scholar Athlete recognition. Our program is equally committed to giving back to the community that supports us. Through local volunteer work (Bellingham Special Olympics, the Max Higbee Center, Whatcom County Meals on Wheels program, Common Threads) and youth softball clinics, our student-athletes inspire the next generation of Vikings while learning the importance of service. Your support has been a critical part of this success. In 2024, your generosity helped us install batting cages at Viking Field, a true game-changer for our training. This year, we were able to install new backstop padding. Your contributions also allowed our athletes to travel and compete against some of the best teams in the country, experiences that are invaluable in preparing us for championship-level play. What makes your impact especially meaningful is how directly it enhances the student-athlete experience. With your help, we will continue to build a program that is both nationally competitive and deeply committed to the holistic growth of our student-athletes. On behalf of our players, staff, and the entire program, thank you for your unwavering support and belief in what we are building here at Western Washington University. We sincerely appreciate all of our donors, supporters and fans! Here's to another great year of Viking Softball! Be sure to stay connected with us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. To view our schedule and meet our team go here! As always, GO VIKS! Sheryl Gilmore Head Softball Coach
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WWU Throwers Autumn '26
By WWU Track & Field
Throw Down for WWU!
Help Support your WWU Track and Field Throwers
Throw Down for WWU! Help Support your WWU Track and Field Throwers WWU Track & Field Who We Are: We are the Viking Track and Field Throws squad—powerful athletes dedicated to achieving excellence both on and off the field. As a close-knit and dynamic group, we thrive on a culture of family, teamwork, and competitive spirit. This year, we proved ourselves as key contributors to the success of the WWU Track and Field team, scoring a combined 76 points at the GNAC Indoor Championships and 125 points at the GNAC Outdoor Championships, helping secure first place in both! Our throws crew had some amazing success. During the outdoor season they collected 11 All-GNAC awards, 12 national provisional marks, 5 National qualifiers in 6 events, as well as 2 GNAC records. And, as we welcome some pretty incredible talent to our team this year, we know big things lie ahead for the Viking Throws Crew! Our Goal: We’re raising funds to cover travel expenses for upcoming meets. These resources will enable every thrower on the team to perform at their best, ensuring they have the opportunities necessary to succeed. Why We Need Your Support: Despite our remarkable achievements, our budget remains limited. To continue excelling, we need to provide our throwers with the experiences and opportunities they deserve. Here’s how your donation can make a difference: Travel Expenses: Attending competitions requires transportation, lodging, and meals—all crucial to making sure every athlete can participate and compete at their best. Our total Throwers fundraising goal is $13,200. Your Impact: Your donation will go directly to supporting the throwers on our team. Rather than distributing funds across our entire 136-member roster, your contribution will be streamlined to support your favorite Student-Athlete and their event group, the throws squad. This means your donation will have a direct and tangible impact on the person you’re supporting! How Your Contribution Helps—The Win-Win-Win Scenario: WWU Track & Field Wins: With your support, we’ll be able to send all of our deserving throwers to key qualifying and championship meets. Your Student-Athlete Wins: By helping them reach their individual fundraising goal of $600, they will not only have the resources they need to compete but will also receive a premium WWU Track & Field Nike gear package! You Win: Every dollar you give directly benefits the thrower or event group of your choice. How to Contribute: Ready to help us reach our goals? Click "Give Now" at the top of this page to support our team! Please share this fundraiser with your friends and family to spread the word and help us achieve our goals. Thank You: We deeply appreciate your generosity and support! Thank you for donating and cheering us on! Contact Us: For more information or any questions, feel free to reach out to us at Westerntfxc@gmail.com or head coach Ben Stensland at stenslb@wwu.edu or follow us on Instagram @wwutfxc.
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WWU Sprinters and Hurdlers Fall '26
By Track & Field
Help raise funds to cover travel expenses and to invest in new equipment for WWU sprinters and hurdlers!
Help raise funds to cover travel expenses and to invest in new equipment for WWU sprinters and hurdlers! Track & Field Who We Are: We are the Viking Track and Field Sprint and Hurdle squad—fast and powerful athletes dedicated to achieving excellence both on and off the field. As a close-knit and dynamic group, we thrive on a culture of family, teamwork, and competitive spirit. This past year, we proved ourselves as key contributors to the success of the WWU Track and Field team, scoring a combined 77 points at the GNAC Indoor Championships and 151 points at the GNAC Outdoor Championships, helping secure first place in both! During the outdoor season there were 15 provisional marks and 3 individual national qualifiers, along with both 4x4's. All 9 individuals came home All-American's! And, as we welcome some pretty incredible talent to our team this year, we know big things lie ahead for the Viking Sprint/Hurdle Crew! Our Goal: We’re raising funds to cover travel expenses for upcoming meets and to invest in new equipment. These resources will enable every sprinter and Hurdler on the team to perform at their best, ensuring they have the support and tools necessary to succeed. Why We Need Your Support: Despite our remarkable achievements, our budget remains limited. To continue excelling, we need to provide our sprinters and hurdlers with the experiences and opportunities they deserve. Here’s how your donation can make a difference: Travel Expenses: Attending competitions requires transportation, lodging, and meals—all crucial to making sure every athlete can participate and compete at their best. Equipment: From collapsible hurdles to sleds, a timing system, and recovery boots, better equipment means better preparation, recovery, and performance. Our total Sprint/Hurdle fundraising goal is $16,800. Your Impact: Your donation will go directly to supporting the sprinters and hurdlers on our team. Rather than distributing funds across our entire 136-member roster, your contribution will be streamlined to support your favorite Student-Athlete and their event group, the sprinter/hurdler squad. This means your donation will have a direct and tangible impact on the person you’re supporting! How Your Contribution Helps—The Win-Win-Win Scenario: WWU Track & Field Wins: With your support, we’ll be able to send all of our deserving sprinters/hurdlers to key qualifying and championship meets allowing to team to continue our success. Your Student-Athlete Wins: By helping them reach their individual fundraising goal of $600, they will not only have the resources they need to compete but will also receive a premium WWU Track & Field Nike gear package! You Win: Every dollar you give directly benefits the runner or event group of your choice. How to Contribute: Ready to help us reach our goals? Click "Give Now" at the top of this page to support our team! Please share this fundraiser with your friends and family to spread the word and help us achieve our goals. Thank You: We deeply appreciate your generosity and support! Thank you for donating and cheering us on! Contact Us: For more information or any questions, feel free to reach out to us at westerntfxc@gmail.com or Head Coach Ben Stensland at stenslb@wwu.edu or follow us on Instagram @wwutfxc.
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Get CUES to the State Planning Conference!
By Laddi Quintanilla
Your donations assist the Club for Urban and Environmental Sustainability's (CUES) students in attending APA's National Planning Conference this spring!
Your donations assist the Club for Urban and Environmental Sustainability's (CUES) students in attending APA's National Planning Conference this spring! This October of 2026, the American Planning Association (APA) Washington Chapter is organizing a statewide conference in Vancouver, WA. Every year, about 15-25 Western students attend these types of planning conferences, providing them with valuable exposure to the mainstream planning profession, insights into solutions for challenges that fellow planners have faced, and opportunities to network with planning organizations, academics, and employers. Your donations assist the Club for Urban and Environmental Sustainability's (CUES) (formerly Western Urban Planners) students in attending APA WA State Conference this October! Since 2017, Dr. Laninga has taken over 111 students to both the National Planning Conference and APA WA Conference because of the impact they can have on a student's future career opportunities. One student attendee of NPC 2024 Minneapolis said that it was inspiring, “[My first planning conference] inspired me to seek involvement in my own community and heavily invest myself not only in my curriculum but in the world we live in." At NPC 2025 Denver, one student was offered an interview with a Tribal planning department, and later accepted the job! Our goal is to provide this crucial professional development opportunity to any senior club member who wishes to attend. Any assistance will bring us closer than ever to reaching this goal and allowing urban planning students the opportunity to participate without the fear of additional costs. With your gift, we can reduce conference costs for students. Every dollar will make a difference, so make your gift today! Thank you for your support! WWU Students at the 2025 APA WA Conference, Tacoma Every gift is tax deductible; an email with appropriate forms will be sent after gifting. Thank you for any gifts!
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Support the L.E.A.D. Program!
By Western Washington University
L.E.A.D. strives to make a positive impact on the WWU and Bellingham through ecological restoration and environmental education.
L.E.A.D. strives to make a positive impact on the WWU and Bellingham through ecological restoration and environmental education. Learning, Environment, Action, and Discovery (L.E.A.D.) was founded in 1993 by and for students at Western Washington University. Our program ambitiously strives to make a positive impact on the WWU and Bellingham community through ecological restoration and environmental education. Our projects foster engagement with our local ecosystems through invasive plant removal, native flora planting, site maintenance, and more! We hope to continue making a positive impact on our community with your generous help. Our Team Every year, L.E.A.D. is directed by two graduate students within the College of Environment at WWU. We employ a number of undergraduate interns who gain experience through specialized roles such as, native plant specialist, environmental education coordinator, social media relations manager, and more! We believe in supplying every intern with the tools they need to study and act upon their academic interests. Some of our past interns have worked specifically on water toxicology, terrestrial invertebrates biology, and wetland ecology. Additionally, our volunteers are our greatest strength. We could not achieve anything if it weren't for the lovely people who generously give their time to help in our mission to foster healthy, sustaining ecosystems that everyone can enjoy! Projects L.E.A.D. hosts work parties every week, where our team sets out to achieve project goals. Currently, we are working on a trail extension project at our Miyawaki Mini-Forest site, located in North Campus. Where there once was an unused lot full of trash and graffiti, now lays a beautiful mix of broad-leafed trees and native understory vegetation. Our dreams for this site are big, and with your help, we can continue our efforts to maintain and expand this beautiful habitat.
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WWU Jumpers Autumn '26
By WWU Track & Field
Help raise funds to cover travel expenses and new equipment so WWU jumpers can perform at their best!
Help raise funds to cover travel expenses and new equipment so WWU jumpers can perform at their best! WWU Track & Field Who We Are: We are the Viking Track and Field Jumps squad—powerful athletes dedicated to achieving excellence both on and off the field. As a close-knit and dynamic group, we thrive on a culture of family, teamwork, and competitive spirit. Last year, we proved ourselves as key contributors to the success of the WWU Track and Field team, scoring a combined 22 points at the GNAC Indoor Championships and 50 points at the GNAC Outdoor Championships, helping secure first place in both! As well as a NCAA National qualifier for Indoor! And, as we welcome some pretty incredible talent to our team this year, we know big things lie ahead for the Viking Jumps Crew! Our Goal: We’re raising funds to cover travel expenses for upcoming meets and to invest in new equipment. These resources will enable every jumper on the team to perform at their best, ensuring they have the support and tools necessary to succeed. Why We Need Your Support: Despite our remarkable achievements, our budget remains limited. To continue excelling, we need to provide our jumpers with the experiences and opportunities they deserve. Here’s how your donation can make a difference: Travel Expenses: Attending competitions requires transportation, lodging, and meals—all crucial to making sure every athlete can participate and compete at their best. Equipment: Materials to build a new High Jump Ramp and a rollout runway to take some impact off of our horizontal jumpers' bodies and make the most out of practice to help us reach our goals! Our Jumpers' total fundraising goal is $9,000. Your Impact: Your donation will go directly to supporting the jumpers on our team. Rather than distributing funds across our entire 136-member roster, your contribution will be streamlined to support your favorite Student-Athlete and their event group, the jumps squad. This means your donation will have a direct and tangible impact on the person you’re supporting! How Your Contribution Helps—The Win-Win-Win Scenario: WWU Track & Field Wins: With your support, we’ll be able to send all of our deserving jumpers to key qualifying and championship meets. Your Student-Athlete Wins: By helping them reach their individual fundraising goal of $600, they will not only have the resources they need to compete but will also receive a premium WWU Track & Field Nike gear package! You Win: Every dollar you give directly benefits the jumper or event group of your choice. How to Contribute: Ready to help us reach our goals? Click "Give Now" at the top of this page to support our team! Please share this fundraiser with your friends and family to spread the word and help us achieve our goals. Thank You: We deeply appreciate your generosity and support! Thank you for donating and cheering us on! Contact Us: For more information or any questions, feel free to reach out to us at at westerntfxc@gmail.com or Head Coach Ben Stensland at stenslb@wwu.edu or follow us on Instagram @wwutfxc.
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WWU Cross Country & Distance Runners Autumn '26
By Track & Field
We’re raising funds to invest in nutrition, equipment, and to cover travel expenses for upcoming meets so every runner on the team can perform at their best!
We’re raising funds to invest in nutrition, equipment, and to cover travel expenses for upcoming meets so every runner on the team can perform at their best! Track & Field Who We Are: We are the Viking Cross Country/Distance Track squad— enduring athletes dedicated to achieving excellence both on and off the track. As a lively, large group, we thrive on a culture of family, teamwork, and competitive spirit. This year, we proved ourselves as key contributors to the success of the WWU Track and Field team, scoring a combined 109 of 323 conference-winning points at the GNAC Indoor Championships and 179 of 519 points at the GNAC Outdoor Championships, which we won for the third year in a row. In cross country (XC), we swept the GNAC XC Championships for the last four consecutive years; our women won first place in the 2023 NCAA Division II West Regional; and we have sent five teams to the XC national championships in the last three years. Our season is still in progress, and we know we have even bigger things ahead! Our Goal: We’re raising funds to invest in nutrition, equipment, and to cover travel expenses for upcoming meets. These resources will enable every runner on the team to perform at their best, ensuring they have the support and tools necessary to succeed. Why We Need Your Support: Despite our remarkable achievements, our budget remains limited. To continue excelling, we need to provide our distance runners with the experiences and opportunities they deserve. Here’s how your donation can make a difference: Travel Expenses: Attending competitions requires transportation, lodging, and meals— all crucial to making sure every athlete can participate and compete at their best. Equipment: We are aiming to provide gear for our athletes to train in and nutrition for recovery and optimizing the hard efforts and long runs. Our total distance team’s fundraising goal is $33,000. Your Impact: Your donation will go directly to supporting the distance runners on our team. Rather than distributing funds across our entire 136-member track and field roster, your contribution will be streamlined to support your favorite Student-Athlete and their event group, the cross country/distance crew. This means your donation will have a direct and tangible impact on the person you’re supporting! How Your Contribution Helps—The Win-Win-Win Scenario: WWU Track & Field Wins: With your support, we’ll be able to send all of our deserving runners to key qualifying and championship meets. Your Student-Athlete Wins: By helping them reach their individual fundraising goal of $600, they will not only have the resources they need to compete but will also receive a premium WWU Track & Field Nike gear package! You Win: Every dollar you give directly benefits the runner or event group of your choice. How to Contribute: Ready to help us reach our goals? Click "Give Now" at the top of this page to support our team! Please share this fundraiser with your friends and family to spread the word and help us achieve our goals. Thank You! We deeply appreciate your generosity and support! Thank you for donating and cheering us on year round! Contact Us: For more information or any questions, feel free to reach out to us at at westerntfxc@gmail.com or Head Coach Ben Stensland at stenslb@wwu.edu or follow us on Instagram @wwutfxc.
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