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March 4, 2026: You have the power to spark something big.
On March 4, 2026, join UIC alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends for Give a Spark — UIC’s new annual giving day. This is your chance to leave your mark where it matters most to you. Every gift, no matter the size, fuels student success, drives innovation and strengthens UIC’s mission.
Frequently Asked Questions
UIC's new annual giving day.
Give a Spark is UIC’s new annual giving day, a one-day celebration of generosity and UIC pride. On March 4, 2026, the entire UIC community — alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends — will come together to make an impact.
From February 25 to March 6.
You can join the celebration and make your Give a Spark donation anytime between February 25 and March 6 (until 5 p.m. Central Time).
- Online giving is easy at go.uic.edu/giveaspark.
- Most colleges, schools, and units will have their own giving page featuring 10 priority funds to choose from.
- Want to support something else? No problem! You can search for any fund and give where your heart leads.
Participate challenges and matching gifts.
Can I participate without giving money?
Absolutely! Giving isn’t just about dollars. It’s about sharing your UIC pride and showing the power of community. On March 4, 2026, you can make a big impact by joining the conversation online:
- Like, comment, and share UIC’s Give a Spark posts.
- Create your own videos or posts about how philanthropy has shaped your UIC experience.
- Use #GiveASpark to spread the word and inspire others.
How can I give directly to a college or unit?
You can give directly to a college or unit at go.uic.edu/giveaspark, or by using the links below.
- College of Applied Health Sciences
- College of Architecture, Design and the Arts
- College of Business Administration
- College of Dentistry
- College of Education
- Office of Engagement
- College of Engineering
- UIC Law
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- College of Medicine
- College of Medicine Peoria
- College of Medicine Rockford
- College of Nursing
- UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy
- School of Public Health
- College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs
- Jane Addams College of Social Work
- Graduate College
- Honors College
- Flames Athletics
- Student Affairs
- Student Success and Belonging
- Undergraduate Research Hub
- University Library
- Mile Square Health Center
- University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics
- University of Illinois Cancer Center
- Office of Global Engagement
- Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services