Help McDaniel students reach new heights during the 1867 Challenge

The 1867 Challenge, an annual giving campaign to support current and future generations of McDaniel College students, kicks off Wednesday, March 11, beginning at 9 a.m., and runs until Thursday, March 12, at 4:07 p.m. That’s 1,867 minutes of giving in honor of the year the college was founded. 

During the campaign faculty, staff, students, alumni, family members, friends, and supporters come together to show their Green Terror pride and make an impact for McDaniel students. 

For 2026, the 1867 Challenge also supports Reaching New Heights: The Campaign for McDaniel College, advancing priorities such as scholarships, academic excellence, and campus spaces that empower students. 

Making a gift during the 1867 Challenge, helps to build momentum for McDaniel’s future and plays a direct role in helping McDaniel students reach new heights. 

There are various ways to get involved. Sign up to be an advocate and help spread the word, join the celebration by sharing about the 1867 Challenge on social media and participating in on-campus events, or lead by example and create a matching or challenge gift.