Gifts to the Saint Mary’s Fund Empower Tomorrow’s Leaders
It's not hard to make a list of things to love about Saint Mary's—lifelong friendships, challenging classes, spiritual growth, favorite professors, The Avenue. These are essential pieces of the Saint Mary’s experience, and they are here to stay thanks to the Saint Mary’s Fund, which remains a top priority for the College.
The Saint Mary’s Fund is a cornerstone of the College’s mission to empower women and nurture future leaders. Rooted in the legacy of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, this vital fund provides flexible and critical support, allowing the College to address immediate needs and seize unique opportunities for students on campus today.
Each year, members of our community come together to sustain the transformative education Saint Mary’s offers by giving to the Saint Mary’s Fund. Last year alone, 4,686 donors contributed, with nearly 50% of gifts being $100 or less. These collective efforts ensure that every student, regardless of financial circumstances, has the chance to thrive.
The impact of the Saint Mary’s Fund extends across every sector of campus. Contributions allow Saint Mary’s to provide scholarships and financial aid to 100% of incoming students, allowing them to engage fully in their studies and take part in life-changing opportunities like leadership programs, internships, and hands-on research. Gifts also sustain academic excellence by supporting small class sizes and programs that keep the curriculum vibrant and innovative.
For first-generation Saint Mary’s student Anais Juliano ’25, this support has been life-changing. Through the generosity of donors, Juliano has grown academically and personally, finding her voice and stepping into leadership roles like serving as the student representative on the Board of Trustees. “Saint Mary’s has helped me believe in myself and recognize my value,” Juliano said. “My experience would not have been possible without the help of donors.”
Beyond the classroom, the Saint Mary’s Fund enriches student life through faith development opportunities, study-abroad programs, and initiatives like the Sustainable Farm. These experiences help students grow personally, spiritually, and professionally, preparing them to become confident leaders who make a difference in their communities and the world.
Gifts to the Saint Mary’s Fund ensure that every student has access to an empowering education and the resources they need to succeed.