Forever Pioneers

Who are the Forever Pioneers?

‌‌The Forever Pioneers are a group of SHU students that work to promote a philanthropic spirit across campus. They create the tradition of annual giving amongst students by executing yearly student giving campaigns that focus on educating and soliciting current Sacred Heart students on the importance of giving back to SHU. Forever Pioneers takes pride in its goal of helping students create a legacy that lasts past their time at SHU.

Forever Pioneers challenge you to support the future of SHU.

Why Should I Give?

Sacred Heart supports its students by helping them achieve their lifelong dreams after graduation. 

Gifts from students, alumni, parents, faculty and staff help the University by providing students with endless opportunities. Think about it- your favorite professor might not be here if it weren't for private gifts, your best friend might also not be here if it wasn't for the scholarship he/she receives, and even the clubs and sports that you enjoy might cease to exist.

Did you know?

  • By making a donation you can be shaping the University’s evolution to excellence. At the same time, your gift has an immediate effect on today’s students.
  • Without donations universities would have to shut down at the beginning of April due to a lack of funds from tuition alone.   
  • 9 out of every 10 SHU students receive some sort of financial aid. The University awards over $47.9 million of its own funds to SHU students.
  • Give back to the University that has given so much to you.
  • A gift of any amount can impact the life of a student and help them achieve their dreams.

Give because you can choose! Support the area of the SHU Community that is the most meaningful to you. 100% of your gift to SHU goes directly to the allocation of your choice.

You can support any of the following:

  • The Fund for Excellence (supports scholarship, financial aid, student programs and services - pretty much everything you experience)
  • College of Arts & Sciences
  • Jack Welch Colleges of Business & Technology
  • College of Health Professions
  • Davis & Henley College of Nursing
  • Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development
  • Ryan Matura Library
  • Any of the Division I athletic teams
  • General Athletic Support (Pioneer Club)
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