Get Ready to Stand Up & Holler on February 19, 2026
Countdown to Gator Nation Giving Day Starts Now!
Stand Up & Holler is more than a day of giving — it’s a celebration of what we can achieve together. On February 19, 2026, Gators from every corner of the globe will rally to champion a shared mission: supporting the University of Florida as it tackles grand challenges and shapes a brighter future for our state, nation and world.
The Gator Nation® is everywhere — and when we unite, we’re unstoppable. Your gift, combined with the collective strength of our global community, will spark discovery, fuel innovation and open doors to new opportunities across UF.
Let’s show the world what it means to Stand Up & Holler. Together, we make a difference.
You Bring Impact to Life
Since 2019, Gators from around the world have united to uplift the University of Florida during Gator Nation Giving Day. Below are just a few of the ways your generosity is transforming lives and communities across the Gator Nation.
You provide scholarships
for future dentists like Brian Perez. Raised by a single mom with Cuban roots, Brian is a first-generation college student who plans to use his DMD degree to practice in underserved communities.
You foster innovation
through state-of-the-art facilities like the Atlas Lab, where College of Journalism and Communications faculty, staff and students leverage AI-driven tools to scour digital media and uncover hidden insights.
Visit the Giving Day Impact Page to read more stories like these above and see what becomes possible when Gators come together to Stand Up & Holler.