We did it! 550 Challenge Results are in…

The 550 Challenge Results

$120,375.00

and counting …

We did it!

Thank you to all who participated in “The 550 Challenge” in honor of Trinity Christian College’s 55th Anniversary. Together we raised $95,375.00 in gifts and pledges – surpassing our goal of $55,000. Thanks to those friends who provided the match, $25,000, making our grand total $120,375.00.

“I am amazed and humbled by the incredible response we received, and are still receiving, to the 550 Challenge,” said Larryl Humme, vice president for development. “I’m also grateful for donors who understand the power of social media as a proven avenue for sharing their love of Trinity and inviting participation in giving to help it thrive.”

If you missed the excitement of October 4th, but would still like to participate, go to www.trnty.edu/550 to accept the 550 Challenge!

We are blessed and grateful for all who support Trinity! Go Trolls!

Why I took the 550 Challenge

Nancy Kwasteniet – Current Staff

“When your life’s work intersects with the deepest desires of your heart, you experience glimpses of purpose not commonly found. (I say glimpses because the academic calendar can take on a life of its own, and because all too often we can be found “stumbling toward heaven.”)  So at a place like Trinity, the work of each person, each department, can be seen as essential to the common purpose. And, when that purpose involves working for the King, contributing time and resources is a natural response.”

Pastor Ollie V. Williams ’13 – Adult Studies, Alumnus

“I came to Trinity as an Adult Studies student. During my time at Trinity I felt like I was a part of a family. When I speak of Trinity, I have a sense of pride and accomplishment. As a proud alumnus, I took the challenge to continue being a part of a great institution that I want to see succeed. Go Trolls 2013!”

Paul Boice – Board of Trustees Member

“I appreciate the fact that the 550 Challenge was both spontaneous and informal. Reaching out to alumni, parents and friends of Trinity through social media was a great idea and I suspect the appeal reached individuals who had never given before. With the option of giving as little as $5.50, it was a campaign that everyone could afford to invest in. Many of us have been blessed by Trinity and the exceptional staff of Trinity. The 550 Challenge gave us the opportunity to give back to a school we love, and I’m thrilled so many folks did just that.”

Mark and Annalee Ward – Former Faculty

“While we give to Trinity throughout the year, the 550 Challenge represented an opportunity for us to, as Hebrews 10:24 suggests, “. . . consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds … encouraging one another.”  This is a challenging time for higher education in general, and even more so for Christian higher education.  As parents of a graduate, we know the profound impact a Trinity Christian College education has on the next generation of Christian leaders. As former members of the Trinity faculty, we know first-hand the dedication of Trinity’s faculty and staff. God continues to use Trinity and we are happy to support its work.”

Paul D. Peterson ’63 – Alumnus

“The 550 Challenge was something I could do at this time, since $5.50 is a contribution amount anyone can make to support the College. It is nice to know small contributions add up to make a difference.”

Kim Wydra – Parent of JR Wydra ’11 and Matt Wydra ’15

“Joseph and I took the 550 Challenge to give to the college that has richly blessed our family. We are thankful God directed our children to attend Trinity and wanted to participate. Our entire family has been blessed by Trinity.”

Rudi Gesch ’04 – Alumnus

“I was so excited to give to the 550 challenge! The movement to a ‘social give’ involving our tight Troll-munity was a great way to celebrate a milestone year and to get lots of alums involved. I’m proud of the response of the Troll Nation!”