FAIRFAX, Va. - Mason Athletics reached new heights on its eighth annual Mason Vision Day on April 4 by eclipsing its donor goal and setting a new benchmark for dollars raised.
"We are grateful and sincerely appreciative of all of the support and generosity of our fans, donors, staff and campus community to make Mason Vision Day a great success," said Assistant Vice President, Director of Athletics Marvin Lewis. "It was truly a team effort and a perfect illustration of the community's commitment to our 500-plus student-athletes who proudly wear Green & Gold and continue to be outstanding ambassadors of our university."
George Mason Athletics had more than 900 unique donors contribute a record $467,000 to ensure the success of Patriots' student-athletes and enhance their experience on campus. That's an increase of more than $50,000 the dollar amount from 2023, as Mason Athletics had 565 donors and raised $416,690 on last year's Giving Day.
"I am thrilled by the energy surrounding this year's Mason Vision Day. Supporters of Patriot Athletics stepped up in a big way to show their support for our coaches and student-athletes. Thank you to all the donors who participated through giving or issuing challenges!"
Through our collective efforts, George Mason Athletics represented nearly 35% of the overall University's total funds raised. Mason Vision Day raised over $1.3 million University-wide.
Alumni-athletes Dan and Patty Wotring have again generously donated $10,000 to Mason Athletics to sponsor the overall giving challenge. On Mason Vision Day specifically, Mason sports competed for up to $2,500 in additional funds for the following categories:
- Most Donations on Mason Vision Day ($1,000 Team Award)
- Winner: Wrestling with 209 donors
- Largest Sport-Specific Gift on Mason Vision Day ($500 Team Award)
- Winners: Men's Basketball
- First Two Teams to Reach Donor Goal ($500 to each team)
- Winners: Rowing and Women's Tennis
