Questions and Answers
Below you will find answers to many common questions about #FLCForever.
What is Giving Tuesday? Tell me more.
Giving Tuesday (#FLCForever) is Fort Lewis College's online Giving Day - a celebration of generosity in our Skyhawks community. For 24 hours, alumni, faculty and staff, friends and community members, parents, and students come together to invest in what matters most to them at FLC.
When is Giving Tuesday? What time does the fun begin and end?
December 2, 2025 at 12:00 am through 11:59 pm (MT).
What can I do to support Giving Tuesday?
By donating during FLC's annual Giving Tuesday, you can help unlock participation challenge funds or take advantage of matches - amplifying the impact of your gift. Every gift, regardless of size, will impact students and the Skyhawk community.
Spreading the word is also the perfect way to support this day of giving. You can share the general link, givingday.fortlewis.edu, or if you've joined as a Giving Tuesday Ambassador, share your personalized link.
Who can participate?
Anyone! Gifts of all sizes from all members of the Skyhawk community will be counted toward challenges - parents, alumni, friends, faculty, staff, neighbors, roommates, aunts, uncles, and new friends who love FLC.
P.S. If you're one of our fantastic students, please spread the word! You can share the general link, givingday.fortlewis.edu, or if you've joined as a Giving Tuesday Ambassador, share your personalized link.
What are challenges?
Throughout Giving Tuesday, a variety of challenges will create opportunities to unlock gifts and through dollar-for-dollar matches or participation (number of donors), you increase the power of your gift! Click "challenges" at the top of this page to see what's in store this year!
What is a Giving Tuesday Ambassador?
Ambassadors help us spread the word about Giving Tuesday and encourage classmates, friends, and family to join in on the fun by making a gift and/or becoming an Ambassador, too! Sign up to become an Ambassador and receive exclusive updates and content to share with your network to build excitement.You can sign up to be an Ambassador from the Giving Tuesday home page at givingday.fortlewis.edu.
Is there a minimum donation amount?
We believe that gifts of every size make a difference! Every gift of $5 or more supports Giving Tuesday.
Is my contribution tax-deductible?
The Fort Lewis College Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization that exists to support Fort Lewis College. The foundation provides student scholarships and other funds for the academic and cultural enrichment of the campus and its students. (Tax ID number 23-7122114) (Colorado Charitable Organizations Registration Number 20023003789)
Can I make a gift by phone or mail?
Can I make a gift by phone or mail?
Yes. You can give by phone at 970.759.9632.
Or mail your check (made payable to Fort Lewis College Foundation) to:
Fort Lewis College
Office of Advancement
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, CO 81301
*If paying by check, please make note in the comment line of the check where you'd like your gift directed, and note "Giving Tuesday".*
I don't see my favorite FLC cause featured or a related challenge. Can I still support it for #FLCForever Giving Tuesday?
Yes! We welcome gifts to all areas of the College.
If you’d like to give to a cause that isn’t listed, follow these steps:
1. Use the donation link and choose the general category “Featured Causes.”
2. Under “Fund Designation,” scroll to the bottom and select “Other.”
3. A text box will appear labeled “Please designate gift below.” Type the name of the fund or area you’d like to support.
We will ensure your gift is directed to the most appropriate fund based on your intent. If your preferred cause doesn’t have a specific challenge this year, these steps will help you designate your support correctly.
Can I give to multiple areas?
Yes! To add multiple designations to your gift amount, select "add another gift to your donation" underneath the dollar amount you choose.
When will my card be charged?
Your credit/debit card will be charged immediately upon finalizing your gift. When making a gift with your credit card, be sure to use your billing address and NOT your mailing address.
Who should I contact if I have a question about my gift?
970.759.9632 or foundation@fortlewis.edu
I do not see a donation form! Where should I be looking?
If it it prior to or after Giving Tuesday, there will not be a donation form visible. Donation forms are available at https://givingday.fortlewis.edu December 2 at 12:00 am - 11:59 pm. Prior to this date, you may read about challenges and look through our #FLCForever IMPACT: DEPARTMENTS & INITIATIVES sections to get prepared for the big day! https://givingday.fortlewis.edu/giving-day/109944/donate
Still have questions?
Contact us at foundation@fortlewis.edu
