FINAL PUSH — LET’S FINISH STRONG!

We are 95% to our goal…we have crushed every challenge, and there is no telling how far we can go together!

One thing we know for sure? The Brother Rice Way is to keep pushing, reach higher, and never settle. Will YOU be the one to help us break 350 donors and shatter our Giving Day goal by midnight?

Every gift counts. Every gift makes a difference.

CHALLENGE 3: DOUBLE YOUR $$$ FOR BROTHER RICE SCHOLARS

Did you know the Fund for RICE plays a vital role in keeping tuition affordable and providing essential tuition assistance for Warrior families? Right now, your gift can go even further — thanks to an anonymous alumnus who has stepped up with a special $17,950 Matching Gift Challenge — the cost of one full year of tuition. That means every dollar you give today will be matched, doubling your impact for students who rely on this support to access the Brother Rice experience.

Let’s open more doors, change more lives, and go ALL IN — together.

ALL IN for the Warrior Experience — Hear From Our Students!

At Brother Rice, being a student-athlete means more than competing — it means leading, learning, and growing on and off the field.

Our athletes thrive under the guidance of coaches who are mentors, role models, and champions of character. Through teamwork, discipline, and dedication, our Warriors excel not only in sports but also in the classroom and in life.

Hi, I’m Gemma!

I am the new therapy puppy at Brother Rice, and I am here to spread calm, comfort, and cuddles to all my favorite Warriors!

I’m a bernedoodle (that’s part Bernese Mountain Dog, part Poodle — and 100% good girl). I am named after St. Gemma Galgani, the patron saint of students; she embodies intelligence, compassion, and quiet strength, much like the young men at Brother Rice. She was always looking out for others — just like I plan to do!

Want to help me be the best support pup I can be? You can make a gift anytime today and write “Gemma” in the comments. Your support will go toward my care, training, treats, toys, grooming, and maybe a squeaky bone or two!

Let’s go ALL IN for the amazing students I will get to help!

ALL IN for the Warrior Experience — Hear From Our Students!

At Brother Rice, the student experience goes far beyond the classroom. From robotics to student government, business and broadcasting to band, and so many more, our students grow as leaders, thinkers, creators, and teammates through extracurricular enrichment.

These are the moments where passions are discovered, confidence is built, and the Warrior spirit comes to life.

ALL IN for the Warrior Experience — Hear From Our Students!

This Giving Day, we celebrate the Band of Brothers that lies at the very heart of Brother Rice. From the moment they walk through our doors, students are welcomed into a brotherhood built on leadership, tradition, and a powerful sense of camaraderie across all grade levels. It’s more than friendship — it’s a bond that inspires, uplifts, and lasts a lifetime.

CHALLENGE 2: DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT!

Thank you to everyone who helped us crush the first challenge. Now let’s take it to the next level!

Thanks to the generosity of Mary and Steve Nagengast ’70 and Leann and Kevin Bannon ’80, we have unlocked a $30,000 Matching Gift Challenge. That means every dollar you give right now will be matched — doubling your impact for our students and mission.

If you haven't already....this is your moment to go ALL IN!

It’s GO TIME!

Blessed Edmund Giving Day is officially underway — and our students are ALL IN… are you? Every gift to the Fund for RICE directly supports the mission, faculty, and programs that shape the Brother Rice experience. Whether it’s your son, grandson, nephew, or favorite teacher — your generosity impacts them all.

ALL IN for the Warrior Experience — Hear From Our Students!

Academic Excellence is more than a goal — it’s a guarantee at Brother Rice. Your support fuels the pursuit of knowledge and achievement in every classroom. From rigorous coursework to dedicated faculty, we challenge and inspire every student, every year, to reach their full potential and become ready for tomorrow.

IT'S HERE...TODAY IS GIVING DAY!!

𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙚
Alumni brothers Eliot ’95 and Graham ’93 Honaker are kicking off the day with a bold challenge — and a whole lot of heart. They have launched a $10,000 Brotherhood Challenge to rally fellow alumni and Warrior families to go ALL IN with a first-time or increased gift to Brother Rice. Help us hit 150 donors today to unlock their generous support and prove the strength of our Warrior Nation — one gift at a time. Let’s do this!

Blessed Edmund Giving Day is about ALL of us—parents, alumni, faculty and staff, students, and friends—coming together to support our mission and fuel the future of Brother Rice!

Every dollar raised benefits student programming and provides crucial support to areas like faith formation, tuition assistance, technology upgrades, faculty and staff development, and meeting the school's greatest needs.

Our goal: Raise over $150,000 in just 24 hours for the Fund for RICE, and we need your help to get there.

Whether you are a proud alum, dedicated parent, teacher, or friend, we invite you to support what you love about Brother Rice and go ALL IN with your gift. Every gift counts. Big or small, every gift makes a difference.

Brother Rice has meant so much to each of us in a unique way—lifelong friendships, inspiring teachers, and values that shape young men into leaders. Now it is our turn to give back.

YOU can fuel the future of Brother Rice! Are you in?

Here’s how you can make a difference:

Make an early gift now to be counted for May 1! Make an impact with your donation and help us meet special matching gifts and giving challenges.
Do you have a DONOR ADVISED FUND? You can use our DAF PAY tool to make your gift with a real-time grant request from your donor-advised fund.
Spread the word: Rally your fellow alumni, friends, and family to join the cause with a gift. Help us boost participation and show that we are ALL IN for RICE!
Get your DECK: Don’t miss your chance to claim a limited-edition Warrior Deck of Cards!
Whether you give $1,000, $500, or $250—every gift makes an impact. A minimum donation of $120 qualifies for this special Giving Day thank-you. Quantities are limited, so make your gift early and secure yours while supplies last!
Join the fun: Follow us on social media for updates and stories throughout the day. Like, comment, and share our posts to extend our reach towards hitting our goal!

Every action counts—whether you give, share, or engage, you are helping move our mission forward.

We invite you to learn about the ways your gift to the Fund for RICE will support our students and mission:

Do you have a DONOR ADVISED FUND? You can use our DAF PAY tool to make real-time grant requests from your donor-advised fund. Make a one-time gift, and select DAF Pay as your payment method.

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Go "All In" with Matching Gifts! Did you know your gift can be doubled, tripled, or possibly even quadrupled through your employer's matching gift program? This is an easy way to MULTIPLY the impact of your contribution. Go ALL IN FOR RICE and double your donation by taking advantage of whatever matching gift program your company may offer!

Go "All In" with a Tribute Gift! Make an impact when you go ALL IN FOR RICE by showing your favorite brother, teacher, counselor, or coach (current or retired) some love by making a gift to Brother Rice in their honor! Tell us who you are honoring in the comments when making your gift.

Brother Rice Giving Day 2025

By The Christian Brothers Institute of Michigan

Brother Rice Giving Day 2025

Blessed Edmund Giving Day - May 1, 2025