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Next to the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center, a musical playground chimes as schoolchildren tap out a tune.

At the Auburn Raptor Center, an employee opens a massive freezer to begin the daily ritual of feeding the raptors in their care.

And in the heart of campus at Lupton Hall, student volunteers package unused food from campus dining halls, dividing and storing meals that will be distributed throughout the community.

All of them share a common bond — Tiger Giving Day donors have made a difference for their programs.

On Sept. 10, Tiger Giving Day will celebrate its 10th anniversary. This annual day of giving for Auburn University, in which campus projects have 24 hours to reach their one-day funding goals, began in 2015.

“Our goal each year is to ensure that every project is fully funded,” said Rob Wellbaum, senior vice president of Auburn Advancement. “We are proud that over the past nine years we have raised more than $6 million for 362 projects. The collective impact of the Auburn Family’s generosity is evident across campus.”

This year, Tiger Giving Day will feature 46 projects at TigerGiving.org from every college and several units. The projects are divided into six cause categories, including The Student Experience, Academic Excellence, Serving Our Communities, Health + Wellbeing, Youth Education and Animals + the Auburn Spirit.

Each project reflects Auburn’s land-grant mission of improving the lives of the people of Alabama, the nation and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research and scholarship and selfless service.

One program that has benefited from visibility on Tiger Giving Day is Auburn Adapted Athletics, featuring the Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Tennis and Power Soccer teams.

“Tiger Giving Day has been a game-changer for Auburn Adapted Athletics," said Robb Taylor, athletics director for the program. "It has not only helped us fund essential equipment and facility upgrades, but it’s also raised awareness and built a stronger community around our student-athletes. The generosity of the Auburn Family has allowed our program to grow and compete at a higher level — and we're just getting started.”

Joining the lineup of projects this year is the Campus Career Closet, a much-needed resource in Career Discovery and Success that provides clothing to students who need professional attire for job-seeking events.

“Our mission is simple: remove barriers, provide opportunity and make sure every Auburn student feels ready for their next step,” said Carolyn Pyron, who leads the program. “The Career Closet isn’t just about clothes — it’s about confidence. When students look the part, they can step into their careers with purpose, pride and professionalism.”

“What happens on Tiger Giving Day always amazes me,” Wellbaum added. “Auburn people are special, and on that day, you really see our spirit in action.”

Gifts can be made at TigerGiving.org on Sept. 10. Follow and be part of the conversation on social media with #tigergivingday.