Name: Bearcats Racing at the University of Cincinnati
Start: 2025-02-28T00:00:00-0500
End: 2025-04-09T23:59:00-0400
Location: UC Day of Giving

Bearcats Racing at the University of Cincinnati

The University of Cincinnati is home to three dynamic motorsports teams—Bearcats Motorsports (FSAE Internal Combustion), Bearcats Electric Racing (FSAE Electric), and Bearcats Baja Racing (SAE Baja)— together forming the collective Bearcats Racing. These teams are an embodiment of UC’s commitment to hands-on engineering education, innovation, and excellence in national and international competitions.

Each team designs, fabricates, and competes their own unique vehicles, offering students an unparalleled opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. From the design of component hardware to systems integration and fabrication, students gain experience that spans all aspects of automotive engineering. Alongside this technical experience, students develop critical skills in project management, teamwork and leadership. The Automotive Design senior capstone course further strengthens these experiences, allowing students to satisfy graduation requirements.

While all three teams share a common passion for engineering and motorsports, each team also brings its own distinct focus. Bearcats Motorsports specializes in internal combustion technology, crafting high-performance vehicles for Formula SAE competitions. Bearcats Baja takes on the challenge of designing and building rugged, off-road vehicles for extreme endurance events. And Bearcats Electric Racing, the newest racing team, strongly leans into cross-collaboration between mechanical and electrical engineers to lead UC’s charge toward sustainable engineering.

By contributing to Bearcats Racing at UC, you are investing in the next generation of engineers and innovators. Your gift supports the grown and success as the teams prepare to compete in the 2025 season, representing UC on national and international stages. Whether you’re passionate about traditional internal combustion engines, cutting-edge electric vehicles, or off-road endurance racing, or simply supporting students with a passion, your support will drive innovation and help shape the future of engineering.

To learn more about Bearcats Racing, visit our website here!

UC and UC Health employees can give via payroll deduction today.

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Bearcats in the USA Challenge

The first donor in each state will win an additional $50 for the fund they supported.

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First-Time Donor Challenge (Tuesday noon to midnight)

Every first-time donor who makes a gift on April 8 will be placed in a drawing. The winner will be awarded an additional $500 to the fund they supported and a UC swag item.

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8th Anniversary Challenge

Tag 8 people that should make a gift in honor of our 8th UC Day! To participate in this challenge, tag @uofcincyalumni and include #BearcatsGive in your post. We'll randomly pick one winner to receive $500 to the fund of their choice and a UC prize pack!

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#BearcatsGive Challenge

We'll randomly pick one winner during UC Day of Giving who uses #BearcatsGive and give $500 to the fund of their choice.

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Kickoff Challenge (Tuesday 12-1 p.m.)

The fund that receives the most gifts in the first hour of UC Day of Giving will receive an additional $1,000.

Fund Designation (196)

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The Red and Black Challenge (Tuesday 1-2 p.m.)

Every donor who makes a gift during this hour will be placed in a drawing. The fund supported by the winner will receive an additional $500.

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Down the Drive Ambassador Challenge (Tuesday 3-5 p.m.)

The ambassador with the most gifts attributed to their personal referral link between 3-5 p.m. wins $200 additional dollars to the fund of their choice. *Ambassador must have at least 5 gifts tied to their personal referral link in the timeframe to win. Ambassadors can only win once.

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The Oh Varsity Challenge (Tuesday 6-7 p.m.)

Every donor who makes a gift during this period will be placed in a drawing. The fund supported by the winner will receive an additional $500.

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Down the Drive Ambassador Challenge (Tuesday 9-11 p.m.)

The ambassador with the most gifts attributed to their personal referral link between 9-11 p.m. wins $200 additional dollars to the fund of their choice. *Ambassador must have at least 5 gifts tied to their personal referral link in the timeframe to win. Ambassadors can only win once.

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Down the Drive Ambassador Challenge (Wednesday 8-10 a.m.)

The ambassador with the most gifts attributed to their personal referral link 8-10 a.m. wins $200 additional dollars to the fund of their choice. *Ambassador must have at least 5 gifts tied to their personal referral link in the timeframe to win. Ambassadors can only win once.

Leaderboard

Tower of Strength Challenge (Wednesday 10-11 a.m.)

The fund that receives the most dollars during this hour will receive an additional $1,000.

Fund Designation (196)

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The Final Countdown Challenge (Wednesday 11 a.m.-noon)

The fund that receives the most gifts during this hour will receive an additional $1,000.

Fund Designation (196)

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Alumni Couple Challenge (Tuesday noon to midnight)

UC alumni couples who make a gift on April 8 will be placed in a drawing. The winner will be awarded an additional $500 to the fund they supported and a UC swag item.

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Young Alumni Challenge (Tuesday noon to midnight)

Alumni that graduated between 2014 and 2024 who make a gift on April 8 will be placed in a drawing. The winner will be awarded an additional $500 to the fund they supported and a UC swag item.

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1819 Challenge

The 1,819th gift will receive an additional $500 to that fund.

$750

Parents Challenge

When 100 parents make a gift, $750 is unlocked to the University of Cincinnati Student Emergency Fund.

100 Gift Goal

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Down the Drive Ambassador Challenge (Tuesday 12-2 p.m.)

The ambassador with the most gifts attributed to their personal referral link between noon to 2 p.m. wins $200 additional dollars to the fund of their choice. *Ambassador must have at least 5 gifts tied to their personal referral link in the timeframe to win. Ambassadors can only win once.

Leaderboard

Bearcat for Life Challenge (Tuesday 2-3 p.m.)

The fund that receives the most alumni gifts during this hour will receive an additional $1,000.

Fund Designation (196)

Leaderboard

Boldly Bearcat Challenge (Tuesday 5-6 p.m.)

The fund that receives the most dollars during this hour will receive an additional $1,000.

Fund Designation (196)

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Down the Drive Ambassador Challenges (Tuesday 6-8 p.m.)

The ambassador with the most gifts attributed to their personal referral link 6-8 p.m. wins $200 additional dollars to the fund of their choice. *Ambassador must have at least 5 gifts tied to their personal referral link in the timeframe to win. Ambassadors can only win once.

Leaderboard

All-Nighter Challenge (Tuesday 10 p.m.-Wednesday 7 a.m.)

The fund that receives the most gifts overnight will receive an additional $1,000

Fund Designation (196)

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Skyline Challenge (Wednesday 10 a.m.-noon)

Every donor who makes a gift in this period will be placed in a drawing. The winner will receive an additional $500 to the fund they supported and a $100 gift card to skyline.

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Down the Drive Ambassador Challenge (Wednesday 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)

The ambassador with the most gifts attributed to their personal referral link between 10 a.m. to noon wins $200 additional dollars to the fund of their choice. *Ambassador must have at least 5 gifts tied to their personal referral link in the timeframe to win. Ambassadors can only win once.

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