The Comprehensive Campaign for Saint Mary’s College Lisa M. Moore Vice President for Advancement December 6, 2017
Living Alumni: 50,915 Alumni Demographics Traditional Undergraduates: 24,039 Graduate & Professional Studies: 26,876 Female: 28,411 Male: 22,504 California: 40,831 Largest regional locations: WA, OR, AZ, TX, NV, CO, FL International: 874
Giving Trends
The Campaign for Saint Mary’s Goal: $125 million Recommended by a feasibility study conducted by Alexander Haas (our consulting firm) and endorsed by the Board of Trustees Extensive donor interviews Review of campaign case statement Testing of campaign goals and prospect likelihood for new gifts Timeframe: July 2009 – June 2020
Campaign Priorities The fundraising priorities of the campaign align with Goal 6: “Ensuring Financial Sustainability” of the College’s strategic plan: Building a Library & Learning Commons Supporting student scholarships Investing in academic excellence Providing a healthy and vibrant campus community Ensuring our varsity athletes’ competitive edge Strengthening the Lasallian Catholic mission
Campaign Progress Funds Raised 7.1.09 – 10.31.17 = $93,224,843 Annual funds: $33,069,373 Capital funds: $38,189,625 Endowment funds: $19,159,673 Non-monetary gifts: $2,806,172
Remaining priorities
The Library & Learning Commons (LLC) Update: Raised to-date: $3 million Fundraising goal: $40 million Key messages Challenges and opportunities
Campaign Public Phase Donor kick-off event scheduled - April 2018 Campaign video and new website to be launched Announcement of significant gift commitments Public invitation for donors of all sizes to participate during public phase
How Members of the Faculty Can Help Promoting philanthropic investment at Saint Mary’s College Introductions and networking Participation in Advancement related events Storytelling
Q&A Thank you