Give Me Five, Huskies!

“Give me five, Huskies!” is a way to be part of the ongoing success of NIU’s Nonprofit and NGO students and the work they do on behalf of area nonprofit organizations. Share your pride in the NIU community by supporting the important work and accomplishments of NIU Nonprofit and NGO students.  

About the Center:

The Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies is proud to support the mission of Northern Illinois University through student success, educational excellence and experiential learning. Formed in 2010, the Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies has flourished as the only program of its kind at a public university in Illinois. Academically, the NNGO program offers students opportunities to achieve success through interdisciplinary coursework, combining traditional classroom experiences with internships, campus leadership, and professional development events. Students focus their interests through engagement within the community, research-driven projects, and/or educational opportunities.  

Make an Impact with a “Give Me Five” Donation:

A high-five can celebrate the success of doing well on an exam, congratulate the success of completing an internship, or say a job well done for creating a positive change in the community. 

A “high five” donation can support the important work of NIU NNGO students right now and throughout their careers through the learning and experiences that the NNGO program provides. 

Donations to the Center for Nonprofit and NGO Students support students in the following ways:

• Completion Scholarships to address financial barriers students may have when completing their degree.  Many students have been on the cusp of taking a pause on their education or dropping out altogether.  Completion scholarships provide the extra boost many students need in order to persist and finish strong.
• Experiential Learning, Community Engagement, and Professional Development Opportunities such as travel to conferences, workshops, field trips, and faculty-student research.  An example would be traveling out of DeKalb for nonprofit site visits to see how organizations run and operate.
• Textbook and Application Fees for things such as membership into nonprofit honor societies.

So, “give us five” now by selecting one of our “give me five” donation giving levels and sharing your support by displaying acknowledgment of your “Give Me Five, Huskies!” donation on your social media networks. 

Thanks, Huskies, and a high five!