1000 DAYS FUND ANNUAL REPORT CELEBRATING YOUR IMPACT ON STUDENTS’ LIVES IN 2025–26
It all starts with one person. One person who hears what God is doing on our campus. One person willing to step forward and say, “This matters, and I want to be a part of it.” One person who eagerly waits to see what the Lord will do through a simple act of generosity. Impact starts with you. This year, you joined a community of 795 households to provide $1,017,078 to meet the immediate needs of our students. This year, you made a difference, and we want to say thank you!
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DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI THROUGH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND ENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBMISSION ICAL AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNIVER RANSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXCELLEN CATION AND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH ISSION TO BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LIVES THROUG XCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTENTION ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT Thank you for investing in Cedarville University’s 1000 Days Fund. Through your giving, you met Cedarville students in moments of need and made a transformational impact. Your generosity equipped our students to pursue academic excellence and grow as followers of Christ. When you gave, you recognized that the 1000 Days Fund is more than a financial initiative — it is an invitation to strengthen Cedarville’s present and future as we offer a biblically faithful, academically excellent education to thousands of students. Unlike gifts designated to a specific project, contributions to the 1000 Days Fund are unrestricted, giving our trusted team the flexibility to meet students’ pressing needs and support emerging opportunities to make life on campus better. This year, your gift provided tangible blessings for our students right when they were needed most. From scholarships to student life improvements, facility renovations to athletic upgrades, you made a difference! This annual report fulfills our promise to share the impact of your generosity and demonstrate how your support was stewarded. United by mission and motivated by generosity, you joined a community of 795 households to bless and encourage our students in powerful ways. Thank you for being part of this story. Together, we are making each one of our students’ 1000 Days count for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. With Gratitude, Dr. Will Smallwood Vice President for Advancement 2
AREAS OF IMPACT Each Cedarville student spends 1000 Days growing in their faith and their calling on campus, and we try to make the most of every single one of those days. When generous friends of the University like you give to the 1000 Days Fund, it helps us do just that. Because the fund is unrestricted, your gift will go wherever it will make the most difference in our students’ lives. We strive to distribute gifts within the academic year you give them to make an immediate impact. From scholarship funds to improving the facilities where our students spend their 1000 Days, your giving has made a clear difference in the lives of our students. You planted, we watered, and the Lord gave the growth! We hope every page of this report leads you to give Him praise and see the life-changing difference a community united by mission and motivated by generosity can make. 6 ACADEMIC SPACE RENOVATIONS $130,000 Allocated 8 RESIDENCE HALL RENOVATIONS $282,000 Allocated RECREATION FACILITY UPGRADES $200,000 Allocated 10 STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT $335,078 Allocated 4 12ATHLETIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS $70,000 Allocated YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE 3
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT Showing Students God’s Provision At Cedarville, we often say that every student matters. It is more than a saying — it reflects our desire for campus to be a place where every student can grow in their faith, prepare for their calling, and be equipped to shine the light of Christ wherever God calls them. Simply, we believe what’s happening at Cedarville is too amazing to miss. For some students, however, financial circumstances can make staying at Cedarville challenging. Scholarship support from the 1000 Days Fund provides for students in their moment of need, relieving some of the burden that could otherwise cause them to step away from their Cedarville education. This year, hundreds of students will continue their Cedarville journeys thanks to $335,078 of scholarship funds. For these students, the scholarships are about more than just financial help. They answer heartfelt prayers and offer a tangible reminder that God provides through His people. These students continue their 1000 Days of life transformation with renewed hope, knowing that their brothers and sisters in Christ believe in the impact their calling will make. Thank you for your generosity towards the 1000 Days Fund. By reducing financial burdens, your support allows students to focus on completing their Cedarville education and preparing for wherever God calls them next. 4
DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L THROUGH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AN ENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBMISSIO ICAL AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNIVER RANSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXCELLE CATION AND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH ISSION TO BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LIVES THROU CELLENT EDUCATION AND INTENTION ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT VILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LIVES T EDUCATION AND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SU Jeslyn Huffenus Class of 2027, Social Work For a little while, I was struggling to make ends meet. In that time, it felt like God was really testing my ability to trust that He would provide. When I got the notification on my phone that I got a scholarship, I started crying tears of joy. Scholarships at Cedarville have been more of a help than anyone could ever know. Ankit Karki Class of 2028, Computer Science Your generosity has consistently reminded me of the providence of God. Before, I planned to transfer after my first semester, thinking that I couldn’t afford this place, but with tears, I write that God has been faithful again and again. I thank you as a brother in Christ for caring for me and for having a heart that loves the people of God. Alivia Rubright Class of 2026, Communication Your investment has given me peace of mind as I prepare for the next season of my life. I am getting married this year, and your support has made it possible for me to remain focused on my studies while navigating this exciting transition. Thank you for believing in me and for making a lasting impact on my future. Josiah Lammers Class of 2027, Social Studies Education When I came to Cedarville, I was far from God and would hesitate to say that I was saved. It was at Cedarville that I would say I came to know Christ as my Savior. More than just salvation, I have grown in both love and knowledge of God during my time at Cedarville. God used you in that process. Thank you for the part that you played. Seattle Beach Class of 2027, Visual Communication Design I am very appreciative of being considered for this scholarship. I am very thankful for Cedarville and the wonderful gift it has been to me. Cedarville University has changed my life spiritually and academically. I have done so many things I couldn’t have dreamed of. I am a better designer and a better man. Tim Entner Assistant Director of Financial Aid Most students come to our office wondering how they are going to be able to afford to remain at Cedarville. Many are working two or three jobs while in school, and they are exhausted and on the verge of burnout. Scholarships provide encouragement and a reduction in stress. Even an extra $1,000 or $2,000 can provide some “breathing room” in their finances and allows them to not push themselves so hard by working the long hours. $335,078 from the 1000 Days Fund supported students’ continued education at Cedarville in times of financial need. Average scholarship: $1,000–$3,000 Financial Transparency 5
ACADEMIC SPACE RENOVATIONS Preparing Future Healthcare Practitioners As Cedarville University’s nursing, allied health, and EMT programs continue to flourish, so does the need for expanded classrooms, offices, and collaborative spaces that can support these programs’ growth. To meet the rising demand for healthcare education, we needed new learning spaces where faculty can prepare our students to serve as the hands and feet of Christ through compassionate, capable patient care wherever He calls them. Through a collaborative partnership between the School of Nursing and the EMT program, the Kyle Medical Center, located across the street from campus, was thoughtfully renovated into a facility with classrooms and breakout rooms designed for skills training, patient assessments, simulations, and small-group instruction. This renovation addressed today’s space limitations and created opportunities for future growth and collaboration between Cedarville’s healthcare programs. With the generosity of faithful donors through the 1000 Days Fund, students are receiving the training they need to become Christ-centered healthcare professionals who will faithfully serve communities around the world. 6
UTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNIVE IVES THROUGH EXCELLENT E TIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBM AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNI IVES THROUGH EXCELLENT E TIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBM AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNI IVES THROUGH EXCELLENT E TIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBM AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNI IVES THROUGH EXCELLENT E TIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBM AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNI IVES THROUGH EXCELLENT E TIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBM AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNI IVES THROUGH EXCELLENT E TIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBM AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNI A Space To Learn The renovation provided two new classrooms, dedicated faculty office space, and four breakout rooms for small-group instruction and activities. Tech for the Task Cedarville IT worked with the building’s challenging layout to add classroom technology, audiovisual capabilities, and internet access. Growing Together A shared student commons area with high-top tables, coffee stations, and storage for student belongings gives healthcare students a place to collaborate. Financial Transparency Christina Tse Class of 2028, Nursing The renovations at the Kyle Medical Center will allow me to build the clinical judgment and practical competence needed to provide excellent patient care, and knowing that so many people are dedicated to helping me succeed both now and in the future is a blessing. Marcia Williams Dean of the School of Nursing We are grateful for the generosity of the 1000 Days Fund in supporting our students as our programs grow and we continue to teach nursing as a ministry for Christ around the world. Dave Evans Program Director of EMS Education The completed renovation has created a modern, flexible learning environment that supports the continued growth of both the EMT and nursing programs while making efficient use of the Kyle Medical Center’s unique layout. This shared educational space enhances interdisciplinary learning opportunities and positions both programs for future expansion. $130,000 from the 1000 Days Fund went toward converting the Kyle Medical Center into a shared learning environment for Cedarville’s healthcare students. 7
For nearly 50 years, young men have cultivated lifelong friendships, grown in their faith, studied the Word, and spurred one another on to become godly leaders in Lawlor Hall. Since opening its doors in 1977, Lawlor has been a source of tight-knit community for generations of Cedarville male students, fostering traditions that continue to shape the Lawlor experience today. As the years have passed, the spaces that have served so many students are beginning to show their age. To continue hosting the vibrant community that has defined Lawlor for decades, the residence hall needed thoughtful renovations, updated furnishings, and modern amenities that better support today’s students. These improvements will create environments where discipleship groups gather around God’s Word, unit meetings strengthen students’ camaraderie, and conversations between roommates and friends grow into lifelong relationships. They will also enhance the traditions that make Lawlor unique — from Lawlorpalooza, where new residents quickly become friends, to Gridiron, Lawlor Baller, and countless other activities throughout the year. With your faithful support through the 1000 Days Fund, Lawlor Hall will continue to be a place where generations of students strengthen their brotherhood, mature in their faith, and prepare to impact the world for Christ. RESIDENCE HALL RENOVATIONS Fostering Lifelong Friendships 8
IBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDARVI NSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXC ND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXC ND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXC ND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXC ND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXC ND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXC ND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR New carpet and paint Lawlor lounge improvements Financial Transparency $282,000 from the 1000 Days Fund improved the Lawlor living experience for current and future residents. Sam Howard Lawlor Resident Director The renovations in Lawlor reflect Cedarville’s investment in the everyday places where students are formed. In Lawlor, brotherhood is built, discipleship happens, and students are challenged to grow in the Gospel. My hope is that these renovations will continue to support the countless conversations, friendships, and moments of growth that make Lawlor such a special place. Ryan Davis Lawlor Resident Assistant, Class of 2027, Marketing Living in Lawlor Hall for my four years at Cedarville and being able to serve as an RA have been blessings from the Lord. Lawlor’s brotherhood encourages growth, accountability, and Christ-centered friendships. The renovations have enhanced that environment by creating refreshed spaces where the Gospelcentered community of Lawlor can thrive. Sam Copeland Lawlor Resident Assistant Class of 2027, Biology Lawlor Hall is known for its large, dormwide activities and is intentional about creating opportunities for spiritual formation and discipleship within its units. Over the past three years in Lawlor, I have watched more and more young men come to value the power of unity and the joy of living life alongside one another. 9
As Cedarville’s enrollment continues to grow and students’ fitness interests evolve, so does the need for spaces that support their physical well-being. By thoughtfully renovating two of the Recreation Center’s three racquetball courts, Cedarville is transforming underutilized space into a modern strength-training area equipped with free weights, strength machines, benches, racks, and functional training equipment. Physical wellness plays an important role in reducing stress, improving energy, and helping students thrive academically, spiritually, and socially. More than a fitness expansion, these new spaces will foster discipline, perseverance, and stewardship of the bodies God has entrusted to us. Thanks to the generosity of faithful donors through the 1000 Days Fund, these renovated spaces will benefit hundreds of current students and continue serving future generations of Yellow Jackets for years to come. RECREATION FACILITY UPGRADES Creating Space for Physical Wellness 10
DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L THROUGH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AN ENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBMISSIO ICAL AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNIVE RANSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXCELLE CATION AND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLES ISSION TO BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDA NIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LIVES THROU CELLENT EDUCATION AND INTENTIO ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AU DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTE ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AU DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTE ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AU DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTE ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AU DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS L GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTE ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AU VILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LIVE T EDUCATION AND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN S TO BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. Mark Mathews Director of Campus Recreation It’s exciting to see a major investment in facilities that will benefit hundreds, if not thousands, of current and future Cedarville students. I believe students will be excited to see both the new equipment and the inspirational Scripture graphics that make these spaces uniquely Cedarville. Alex Jarosz Class of 2027, Nursing Most of the time, students work out in the evenings, and there was always a wait for most machines and benches. With the new upgrades, it allows more of us to work out at the same time and shows that Cedarville truly thinks that our health and the stewardship of our bodies is important. Selah Schmidt Class of 2027, Exercise Science I love the new weight facility! As an exercise science student, I’m grateful to have a space that is accessible, challenges students physically, and encourages stronger habits. We have the opportunity to honor God in all that we do, and this facility gives us another way to glorify Him through exercise and caring for the bodies He has given us. Financial Transparency $200,000 from the 1000 Days Fund converted two racquetball courts into an expanded weights room. • 17 strength training stations • 7 Defiant half-racks • 3 Matrix free-standing lat pulldown/low row stations • 1 Hoist dual-angle smith machine • 1 Hoist dual-pulley corner functional trainer • 1 Hoist simple trainer • 1 Matrix ultra hip thrust machine • 1 Matrix ultra triceps press machine • 1 Matrix ultra pec fly/rear delt combo machine 11
ATHLETICS FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS Pursuing Excellence on and off the Field Cedarville Athletics’ culture is defined by a clear mission: Compete for Christ. Contend for championships. Change sports culture. Our student-athletes pursue excellence in competition while using their God-given abilities for His glory. Through the way they compete, lead, and serve one another, they create a ripple effect that influences their teammates, their competitors, and the broader culture of sports. Our athletes compete at a high level, and the facilities that support them must reflect the same commitment to excellence. Renovations to the women’s volleyball locker room will create a welcoming space for athletes to prepare and strengthen their relationships beyond the court. Upgraded fencing at the softball field will enhance the safety and quality of the facility, providing an improved experience for both student-athletes and spectators. Through your faithful support of the 1000 Days Fund, Cedarville Athletics can continue to invest in the facilities where teams grow closer and student-athletes are equipped to represent Christ in competition, practice, and all of life. 12
DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI THROUGH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND ENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBMISSIO LICAL AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNIVER RANSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXCELLE CATION AND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH MISSION TO BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LIVES THROU XCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTENTION LESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN LESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN LESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN LESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN LESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN LESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT ” Financial Transparency $70,000 from the 1000 Days Fund improved the volleyball locker room and softball field fencing. Greg Smith Volleyball Head Coach The locker room upgrade gives our players a great place to converse, study, and get ready for practice or matches. It allows us to compete for Christ at our highest level while having the opportunity to have an impact on the lives of those who we come into contact with. Kelsey Chapman Softball Head Coach The new fencing looks crisp and fresh and provides our players with a safe environment to compete in. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity that made this new fencing possible. The support shows our players that people believe in them and want to invest in their experience and success. “ ” Thank you for faithfully giving to Cedarville! From the first day students step onto campus to Day 1000, when they cross the commencement stage, the Lord is at work on our campus. Your partnership in this ministry ensures that our faculty, staff, and students are surrounded by a generous and prayerful community. On behalf of every student, professor, and staff member, thank you for your support and for standing with us in our mission to transform lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship. With joy, Kimmy Park Director of Donor Engagement $25,000 $45,000 A NOTE OF GRATITUDE 13
DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI THROUGH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND ENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP IN SUBMISSION ICAL AUTHORITY. CEDARVILLE UNIVER RANSFORMS LIVES THROUGH EXCELLEN CATION AND INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESH ISSION TO BIBLICAL AUTHORITY. CEDAR NIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LIVES THROUG XCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTENTION ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT DARVILLE UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMS LI GH EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND INTEN ESHIP IN SUBMISSION TO BIBLICAL AUT EVERY GIFT MATTERS BECAUSE EVERY STUDENT MATTERS. It all starts with one person in one moment of generosity. May it end with praise to God. To Him be the glory!
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