8975
Number of donors this fiscal year
Impact of Philanthropy
We gratefully acknowledge alumni, parents, friends and other supporters who gave financial gifts to St. Thomas this year. Please enjoy reviewing the impact of these gifts!
This fiscal year donors impacted St. Thomas by building
- hope amidst hardship,
- a culture of caring,
- a more equitable approach to health care,
- a new beacon of faith.
Below the names of these amazing and generous people who gave between July 1, 2019, and June 30, 2020, you'll find stories of the students who speak to the impact of donor generosity.
Philanthropy Impact Report 2019-2020
Enjoy the full flip book describing the impact of donor generosity in the past year, including stories of students whose lives were changed.
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Our Generous Donors
Thank you to our donors! Our remarkable donors from the last fiscal year (July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020) can be found by using the Donor Honor Roll below. Many are members of these giving societies.
Finn Legacy Society
Members have designated a future gift through their estate or an immediate gift that returns income to them or a family member.
Moskalik Loyalty Giving Society
Donors are recognized who have given for three or more consecutive years as well as those who have pledged to support the university annually.
President’s Leadership Giving Society
Donors are recognized who make annual gifts of $1,000 or more to the university.
Your Gifts Support Students Who Make a Difference
Read about the ways that donors have impacted lives of three St. Thomas students.
Committed To Success For All
TIARYN DANIELS '21
International studies, economics major concentration
Women Connect Endowed Scholarship
Having grown up in a self-described low-income household with a single parent, Tiaryn didn’t think she could afford private education. But the St. Thomas application was free, so she applied. Then she had an impressive meeting with Dean Stefanie Lenway at the Opus College of Business and learned more about the many opportunities to get involved. Thanks to scholarship aid, Tiaryn took the leap to St. Thomas.
Pitching In
NATHAN SCHRAEDER '22
Mechanical engineering major
Dennis and Barbara Murphy Endowed Scholarship, Class of 1983 Endowed Scholarship
“You’re taking an English class? I thought you were an engineer?” exclaimed Nathan’s mother when Nathan was talking up the class. Nathan also has developed an affinity for philosophy and theology, requirements in the core curriculum. “What I like is that I’m not just walking out of this school as an engineer, I’m walking out with tools that are helpful for my career and my life...and for making society a better place. That’s really
important to me,” Nathan said.
Never, Ever Say Never
CATHY SOTO '21
Business administration major, law and compliance concentration
Tommie Corps Student Scholar, Women Connect Endowed Scholarship
Cathy doesn’t give up easily. She was disappointed not to get into St. Thomas straight out of high school, but she didn’t give up. After a community college stint, she applied to the university again and was accepted. Now she’s rapidly growing her skills in community building and becoming part of the Tommie network herself. Focusing social and racial justice issues, she worked with St. Paul’s Rondo community on reconnecting the vibrant African American neighborhood that was split in two when Interstate 94 was built. This year, she has an internship helping to naturalize DACA recipients.
"My optimism about the University of St. Thomas has never been brighter. In challenging times, we have come together as a community for the common good, and your philanthropic support has underpinned every accomplishment...Our students, alumni and faculty are the bold problem-solvers that our rapidly changing world needs. Together, we’re ready to embrace our next chapter, extending the reach of our mission and impact across the country and throughout the world."
Julie Sullivan, Ph.D., President