Rally & Raise Day
Step Up to the Plate for Rally & Raise!
August 31 through Sept. 4, the Foundation for Seminole State College invites faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends to Rally & Raise, an annual giving campaign supporting the programs, departments, scholarships and opportunities that help Seminole State students succeed.
Launched in 2018 and inspired by Seminole State's first day of classes on Aug. 29, 1966, Rally & Raise celebrates the College's longstanding commitment to student success and community impact. After celebrating 60 years of Seminole State and the generations of students, faculty, staff and supporters who shaped its legacy, we look ahead to the future.
Join us in helping create new opportunities for today's students and tomorrow's leaders.
Make a Rally & Raise Gift
Celebrate Rally & Raise with a gift that keeps students moving toward their career dreams.
Explore the Many Ways to Rally & Raise!
Whether you're a student, alum, employee, or community member, there's something for everyone. Check out the tabs below to discover how you can participate, attend events, and make an impact.
Support a Cause You Care About & Be Part of a Team
Rally & Raise is all about coming together to make an impact. Through our peer-to-peer pages, you can join a team supporting a scholarship, program, or cause that inspires you—and help it reach its fundraising goals.
Our College programs and community have created Rally & Raise pages to champion what matters most to them. Explore the campaigns, read their stories, and choose the fund you want to support. Every gift—no matter the size—brings their goals closer and makes a real difference for Seminole State students.
Your gift is more than a donation—it’s a show of pride, a sign of support, and a way to be part of something bigger.
Challenges and Matches
Challenges make your participation go even further—unlock extra funds, win prizes, and show your Seminole State pride!
Foundation for Seminole State Challenge
The fundraising page with the highest number of gifts by 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 4 will receive an extra $1,000 from the Foundation! The page placing 2nd will receive $500 and the 3rd place page will receive $250.
Workforce Schools Challenge
In honor of Rally & Raise 2026, an anonymous donor has issued a special challenge to support these key areas at Seminole State College:
- Construction and Design Program
- Allied Health Professions
- Business and Engineering Technology Program
- Public Safety
- Nursing Program
- IT and Digital Media Programs
- Construction Building Trades Department
- Automotive
When the individual fund hits 10 donors (in honor of Rally's Birthday!) that fund will receive a $250 challenge match from our generous donor. Let's support these vital programs!
Presidents’ Club Challenge
The College department/area with the highest calculated participation will receive $1,000 for an initiative of their choice. Department/area list and eligibility is available upon request.
Social Media Challenge – #StepUpSSC Day (Aug. 31)
Post a photo showing how you’re “being an angel” that day—whether you’re helping a colleague, thanking a donor, or supporting a student—using #BeAnAngelDay and #RallyandRaise25. One winner will earn a special prize!
Social Media Challenge – College Colors Day (Sept. 4)
Wear your Rally & Raise shirt or blue & gold, post your photo and tag The Foundation's social media or add #RallyandRaise26, and you could win a special prize!
Come Together - Rally & Thank
Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 1 and going to Friday, Sept. 4th, join the Foundation in Rally & Raise—our annual kick off to the year's Blue and Gold Circle giving fund supporting Seminole State students and programs. Your participation makes an even greater impact thanks to this year’s matches and challenges!
Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
- Altamonte Springs Campus
- Visiting Campus
- See you during Rally the Raider's 10th Birthday
Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026
- Sanford/Lake Mary Campus - UP Breezeway
- Visiting Campus
- See you during Rally the Raider's 10th Birthday party!
Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026
- Lee Campus at Oviedo - Patio
- Visiting Campus
- See you during Rally the Raider's 10th Birthday party!
2026 Rally & Raise T‑Shirt
We think this year's shirt will be a homerun!
All current or new payroll deduction participants are eligible to pick up a shirt during any of our in‑person events. You can also make a gift of $20 or more to receive your shirt—perfect for wearing on College Colors Day (Sept. 4th) and in our social media challenge!
Donate Now and wear your Rally & Raise pride!
Thank You for Rallying with Us!
As a token of our appreciation, every participant will receive a Foundation pride button to show off your support!
Donors who give $20 or more will receive our exclusive 2026 Rally & Raise T-shirt, and all employees enrolled in payroll deduction—at any amount—will get a shirt too!
Make giving easy and impactful. Enroll in Payroll Deduction Today!