17th annual Night of the Phoenix sets new record, surpassing $500,000 threshold

Night of the Phoenix has grown each year and this year was no exception, raising a record $521,923.

The Elon community came together to celebrate the 17th Annual Night of the Phoenix to benefit and support Elon Athletics Friday night. Since its inception, Night of the Phoenix has grown each year and this year was no exception, raising a record $521,923. That total represents a 16 percent year-over-year growth from last year’s record-breaking effort.

“Elon’s greatest strength lies in its people and the collective belief in the impact of the Elon experience,” Director of Athletics Jenn Strawley said. “Our student-athletes benefit from a truly transformational experience, thanks to the generosity and dedication of so many. I am deeply grateful to the entire Elon family for your support of this year’s Night of the Phoenix and your belief in Elon Athletics.”

To date, Night of the Phoenix has helped to generate more than $3.6 million of support for Elon Athletics and continues to stand out as the largest annual fundraising event that takes place at Elon annually. To learn more about this event or to learn more about how you can support Elon Athletics, please click here.