成人动漫网站 officially launched The Momentum Campaign: Extraordinary Impact, its most ambitious fundraising campaign in the University鈥檚 128-year history, on September 21 at its annual President鈥檚 Gala.
Guided by the University’s strategic plan, Momentum 2, the campaign aims to raise more than $100 million through 2027 in support of Adelphi鈥檚 mission of transforming lives. The University has already raised $75 million toward the comprehensive campaign鈥檚 goal.
Under the leadership of 成人动漫网站 President Christine M. Riordan, PhD, the campaign focuses on six strategic funding priorities to support student success:
- Scholarships and access to an Adelphi education
- Academic excellence to prepare students for a changing world
- Life-changing student experiences and opportunities
- A modern and beautiful campus to call home
- A diverse community where all students flourish
- The Adelphi Fund: one fund for everyone and everything at Adelphi
鈥淭丑别 Momentum Campaign will transform our University by increasing affordability, enhancing academic offerings, strengthening students鈥� career outcomes and expanding campus renovations,鈥� said President Riordan. 鈥淎delphi students will feel the campaign鈥檚 impact immediately, and its legacy will be the bold future we create as an engine for social mobility and student success.鈥�
Adelphi, the top private university on Long Island according to The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, U.S. News & World Report, and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, is launching The Momentum Campaign to capitalize on its growing stature and to achieve multiple objectives outlined in the Momentum (2015鈥�2021) and Momentum 2 (2022鈥�2027) strategic plans.
Since 2015, the University has achieved remarkable increases in retention and graduation rates, outstanding career outcomes for its graduates, welcomed several of the largest and most diverse classes in Adelphi history, introduced more than 50 new academic programs, earned a dramatic rise in national rankings, and experienced increasing success in attracting donor support. The campaign aims to inspire confidence in Adelphi鈥檚 vision and future by encouraging deep investment in the University鈥檚 students, programs and infrastructure.
鈥淏uilding on a solid foundation and responsible stewardship, the campaign reflects Adelphi鈥檚 commitment to transformation and long-term impact,鈥� said Thomas Kline, EdD, vice president of University advancement and external relations, who is spearheading the campaign. 鈥淭丑别 campaign will strengthen our community鈥檚 connectedness and ensure a future where Adelphi continues to make an extraordinary impact on our students and community.鈥�
was officially launched during the 24th Annual President’s Gala at The Garden City Hotel. The event celebrated the visionary benefactors of Adelphi鈥檚 Million Dollar Roundtable, recognizing individuals who have generously given or committed $1 million or more to the University.
To further support the goals of The Momentum Campaign: Extraordinary Impact, the University鈥檚 Endowment Matching Campaign will match all gifts and pledges of $25,000 or more for new or existing endowed funds鈥攊ncluding student, faculty or program funds. This opportunity means that gifts, to be paid within five years or less, will have twice the impact on Adelphi鈥檚 future.
Prior to the public launch, the Momentum Campaign recently secured several major gifts, including:
- Loretta Cangialosi 鈥�80, vice chair of the 成人动漫网站 Board of Trustees, committed more than $5 million to support 成人动漫网站鈥檚 students and innovative programs. Her contributions will enhance professional development opportunities, provide critical support for women鈥檚 leadership initiatives and address the University鈥檚 most pressing needs through the Adelphi Fund.
- Trustee Kevin Mahony 鈥�83, a longtime supporter of Adelphi, committed $1.55 million, which will impact various areas across Adelphi, from student scholarships and academic competitions to essential campus services and student support programs.
The Adelphi community will be engaged throughout the campaign via social media, on-campus events and alumni gatherings. To learn more about how you can make an extraordinary impact, visit , follow and on social media, and use #MomentumCampaign.