Support the St. Thomas Annual Fund

Gifts to the Annual Fund break down barriers for students who want to access a transformative St. Thomas education.

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Why the Annual Fund Matters

Your gift to the St. Thomas Annual Fund fuels the university’s mission and creates an immediate, meaningful impact on students and faculty. Your support goes where it's needed most, providing scholarships, supporting students through unexpected challenges, and advancing the university’s highest priorities. With your gift, you invest directly in today's students while empowering generations of Tommies to come.

How Your Gifts Make a Difference

“I truly want to thank you for changing my life forever. Thanks to this scholarship, I can live on campus and be present to fully embrace my college journey. This would not have been possible without St. Thomas’ generous donors.”

— Priscile Miteo ’26, Entrepreneurship and Real Estate majors
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“You have lightened my financial burden, which allows me to focus more on the most important aspect of school: learning. You inspire me to help others and give back to the community.”

— Benjamin Barrett ’26, Music Business major
Portrait photo of student Benjamin Barrett. He's holding his guitar against a grey background.

“As the oldest of five siblings, your support has not only impacted me but has also given my family hope that higher education is attainable for all of us. The impact of your generosity goes far beyond financial assistance – it provides students like me the confidence to dream big and reach our full potential.”

— Lydia Egbers ’26, Accounting and Finance majors
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Contact Us

Have questions or want to make a bigger impact? Contact Annual Giving Director Christy Donovan Jepperson to learn more.


Christy Donovan Jepperson, MBA

Annual Giving Director

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Start Your Giving Journey: Support the Annual Fund

Whether you're making a first-time gift or expanding your giving legacy, your support of the Annual Fund transforms lives on and off campus.