Ferris State University announced on April 8 its annual “One Day For Dawgs” day of giving, inviting alumni, fans, and supporters to contribute to Bulldog Athletics and other university projects that support student-athletes.
The event aims to raise funds for scholarships, programs, equipment, and various causes across the university. More than 90 different programs are participating in this year’s campaign. All donations collected during the 24-hour effort will go directly toward each specific cause chosen by donors.
Bulldog Athletics is a prominent participant in “One Day For Dawgs,” with all 18 varsity athletics programs involved alongside related initiatives such as athletics broadcasting and the Brutus mascot program. Supporters can make donations online or by texting ODFD to 71777. Additional information about the causes is available at the official fundraising site: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/2026ODFD.
Specific opportunities for giving include funding for equipment upgrades in broadcasting and communications, mental health coaching for softball and tennis teams, training equipment for volleyball, field equipment for football, travel gear for soccer, spring break trips for golf teams, facility enhancements for basketball and hockey teams, recovery equipment for track/cross country athletes, travel expenses for STUNT participants, and student-athlete development through BAA. Direct links are provided on the fundraising page to support these individual needs.
Ferris State Bulldogs Men’s Cross Country participates in NCAA Division II athletics according to the official website. The team is affiliated with the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference according to the official website and contributes to Ferris State University’s athletic heritage according to the official website. The program engages in meets throughout each season according to the official website, offering student-athletes opportunities both academically and athletically according to the official website.
The broader impact of “One Day For Dawgs” extends beyond immediate fundraising goals by helping ensure resources are available so students can balance academics with their commitment as athletes while continuing longstanding traditions within Ferris State’s athletic community.
