Unprecedented Times. Unchanging Mission.
Enabling students to continue their studies unencumbered by the financial challenges of the COVID-19 crisis so they can solve the problems of a post-pandemic world.
Gifts to St. Thomas
Your donations empower students to lead, work and serve with the skill and empathy vital to creating a better world.
COVID-19 Call to Action
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Hardship Scholarships
Hardship Scholarships
Scholarships remain the university's top prioritiy. They are the great equalizer, opening the door for all students of promise. As we face this crisis together, contributions to the Hardship Scholarship fund are needed more than ever as student financial futures have shifted or been put into question.
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Student Excellence Fund
Student Excellence Fund
The Student Excellence fund helps to ensure that we are always providing the highest level academic and co-curricular experience possible. During the COVID-19 crisis, we have moved 2,000 courses online, and we have increased virtual access to health care and counseling through the Center for Well-Being. Now, more than ever, we need to invest in these online offereings to uphold our standards of excellence.
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Student Emergency Fund
Student Emergency Fund
The Student Emergency Assistance fund provides grants to students experiencing financial challenges to help cover the costs of mdical expenses, groceries, rent, and other essential needs. Within the first three weeks of this crisis, we received 350 emergency aid applications totaling nearly $200,000, and we expect this need to continue to grow in the months ahead.
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University Priorities
Our top fundraising priorities are designed to have the greatest impact for the greatest number of students across the university. Whether it be scholarships, faith, or student support, you can find the initiative that aligns best with your passion and philanthropic goals.
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Schools and Colleges
At St. Thomas, we have eight schools and colleges across the university, each with its own unique culture and educational experience. Driven by our world-class faculty and visionary deans, these schools and colleges are educating our leaders of the future. With your support, we will continue to deliver elite experiences for students both inside and outside the classroom.
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