DayOne 2024

Montana Technological University (then the Montana State School of Mines) on the 11th of September 1900 with one building (Main Hall) and two degrees (Mining Engineering and Electrical Engineering). It was our DayOne. Now, nearly 125 years later, we boast a growing campus and offer over 60 degrees, all while maintaining the tradition of excellence, that is Montana Tech. To celebrate our history and our growth, we are holding our seventh annual digital fundraising event kicking off at 6am Thursday, September 12th, 2024 through 11:59pm Friday September 13th, 2024. The goal of DayOne is to bring our Montana Tech community together, to share what is happening on campus and to raise funds for our departments, programs, clubs and initiatives.

Montana Technological University is proud of the growth we’ve had since our DayOne. In 1900 there were two degrees offered, 39 students enrolled and one building. Now we have over 60 degrees, nearly 2,200 students annually and an ever-expanding campus.  Montana Technological University's goal is to recruit, retain, prepare, educate and graduate more students. At the same time, we are committed to delivering the level of education that Montana Tech is known for, while providing an enriched student experience. DayOne, our giving event, is a chance to celebrate what Montana Tech offers, while building momentum for the future.

Montana Technological University (then the Montana State School of Mines) opened its doors on the 11th of September in 1900. We want to honor our first day and anniversary with an event that recognizes the growth and goals of our Montana Tech departments and projects. At the same time we recognize that the opening of our campus shares the date of an incredibly tragic day in our nation’s history. Please know that our intent is simply to honor the University’s history and in no way do we mean to lessen the loss felt by the events of 9/11.

This year's event will run adjacent to our anniversary on Thursday, September 12th and Friday, September 13th.

We have done our best to include projects that represent Montana Tech and Highlands College.  Each of the departments have identified their fundraising focus and you will be able to see each focus by clicking on the department's button on the home page during our giving event. We encourage you to view our participating departments on our main page and find your giving passion. If you don't see an area you would like to support, you can choose the OTHER option from the available projects or visit our giving page to designate your philanthropic passion.  Gifts made on our general giving page (https://foundation.mtech.edu/give) here on September 12th, 2024 and September 13th, 2024 will also count towards DayOne totals.

Sign up as a DayOne Ambassador today! DayOne is about the power of people coming together to make a difference. In addition to your gift, you can help by becoming a DayOne Ambassador. Ambassadors are crucial to DayOne, because they help spread the word and encourage others to give. 

Once you enter your email address in the field to the right, you'll have access to your own custom downloadable link, which allow you to track how many donors you’ve recruited, find out how much you’ve raised, and see how much of a difference you're making.

You can also follow Montana Tech on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram for the latest DayOne updates.

Yes, make a gift using the Montana Tech Foundation giving site (https://foundation.mtech.edu/give) any time prior to the 12th of September. Just select Other for your designation and be sure to tell us in the comment box that you would like your gift to count toward DayOne and which Department, fund or area you wish to support.

Yes! The Montana Technological University Foundation will send you a confirmation via email shortly after you make your gift, followed by a receipt letter in the mail to the address you provide. All philanthropic contributions to DayOne through the Montana Technological University Foundation are tax-deductible as prescribed by law.

Yes, the Montana Technological University Foundation accepts international gifts via credit card or check. You can call 406-496-4276 or mail to: Montana Tech Foundation, 1300 W. Park Street, Butte, MT 59701. If you plan to mail your gift and would like it to count towards DayOne totals please call 406-496-4271 so that we can make sure your gift is applied to DayOne tallies.

Your credit card is charged immediately upon finalizing your gift online.

No, you can contact the Montana Tech Foundation 406-496-4276 and we can help you process your gift. If made on September 12th or 13th it will still count towards DayOne totals.

For any questions please Shannon Sullivan Panisko at 406-496-4271 or email spanisko@mtech.edu

The Montana Tech Foundation’s Tax ID Number is 81-0250363.

For any additional questions please contact Shannon Sullivan Panisko at 406-496-4271 or spanisko@mtech.edu