Giving

The 18th annual fundraiser raised money for Florida Tech athletics programs and the 450 student-athletes who participate.

Florida Tech alumnus Julian Field is chairman of Solar Transport Systems, which has developed a solar-powered car with a 50-mile range.

The event is the university’s annual fundraiser for its 18 varsity sports programs and more than 450 scholar-athletes.

The scholarship will be awarded annually to an African American student at Florida Tech showing financial need.

With Day of Giving pledges and previous Fall gifts, the university generated more than $345,000 for essential needs and programs.

The annual, 24-hour event raises funds to support Florida Tech’s greatest needs, including financial aid, research and student activities.

The university has received 15 requests for assistance from former employees who were impacted by reductions necessitated by the pandemic.

Aided by significant voluntary salary reductions from senior university leadership initiated by Florida Tech President Dwayne McCay ...

The fund will assist those in need with a variety of support, including medical bills, mortgage or rent payments, childcare and other necessities.