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Football has raised $ 50,397 from 128 Donors!
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WHITTIER COLLEGE FOOTBALL IS BACK



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Football funding goal for the 2025-26 academic year: $100,000

Whittier College Football proudly welcomed its inaugural recruiting class of 39 student-athletes to campus in Fall 2025. This “first class” has quickly become an integral part of the Poet community—training hard in the weight room, excelling in the classroom, and serving through campus initiatives like student move-in day. 

As our roster grows, we are seeking support to expand our post-workout nutrition program, which plays a vital role in athlete recovery and performance. Additional resources are also needed to provide essential training gear such as running shoes and workout apparel. 

The return of football has reignited campus life—creating energy, connection, and pride. It enhances student engagement across clubs, organizations, and events, strengthening a culture that supports retention and school spirit throughout the Whittier community. 

Thank you for supporting Poet Football and we hope to see you at our home opener on September 5, 2026.

Head Coach: Cory White

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NEW...$20,000 Match for Football
Inspired by the incredible Giving Tuesday momentum, Fred Anderson '66 has pledged to match gifts to Football, up to $20,000, until 11:59 p.m. TONIGHT! We can do this Poet family, fuel the return of our team, and give our student-athletes the resources they need. Together, we can drive this match all the way to the end zone!
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Huddle Up: $5,000 Matching Gift in Play for Football
THANK YOU FOR POWERING OUR COMEBACK! Your generosity—combined with Austin Major's incredible matching gift—are helping restore the proud tradition of Poet Football, and we're grateful to have you in the lineup. We can't wait to see you in the stands on September 5, 2026!
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Lancer Society $5,000 Match: Fuel the Poets with the Power of Chocolate
THANK YOU, LANCER SOCIETY! Because of your generosity—and the incredible matching gift from Ron Gastelum ’68—Whittier’s football team will have the chocolate milk they need to recover, rebuild, and power through the season. Every dollar you gave doubled in impact, and together we’ve ensured our athletes are ready to hit the field strong on September 5, 2026.
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