Honor Your Graduate

Graduating from college is a significant milestone, a source of pride for both parents and students.

In recognition of the resilience, dedication, and loyalty of the class of 2027, Sacred Heart is offering special, customized ways through a Capstone Gift, Family Fellows Graduation Gift, Graduation Leadership Gift, or a Class of 2027 Class Gift to honor your student during their graduation year, and for some, a lifetime.

Make Your Graduation Gift

Capstone Gift

Establish a named endowed fund at Sacred Heart designated to the college, program, or athletic team most meaningful to your student and family. It is one of the most impactful ways to give and provide a legacy that will exist in perpetuity.

As a special offering for the class of 2027, you will also receive a permanent recognition plaque on an office in the college of your choice.

In recognition of your generous philanthropic support:

Your student and two family members will be invited to the 2027 Pioneer Scholarship Gala. You will be recognized at the exclusive President’s Cocktail Reception with trustees and special guests. This black-tie gala includes dinner, presentations, and dancing
Commencement arrangements
Special invitation and recognition at the Parents & Family Council Graduation reception with President Petillo for your family and guests
Parent pins for you to wear at Commencement in recognition of your investment

Capstone Gifts start at $25,000 with up to three pledge years. *For pledged graduation gifts, first pledge payment must be made by April 15, 2027.

Family Fellows Graduation Gift

Designate your Family Fellows Graduation Gift to the college, program or athletic team most meaningful to your student and family.

Special invitation and recognition at the Parents & Family Council Graduation reception with President Petillo for your family
Commencement arrangements
Parent pins for you to wear at Commencement in recognition of your investment

Family Fellows Graduation Gift of $10,000 and more

Graduation Leadership Gift

Designate your Graduation Leadership Gift to the college, program, or athletic team most meaningful to your student and family.

Special invitation and recognition at the Parents & Family Council Graduation reception with President Petillo for your family
Parent pins for you to wear at Commencement in recognition of your investment

Graduation Gift of $2,500 - $9,999

Graduation Pins

Honor your graduate with a tribute gift of $100 to the Class of 2027 Class Gift Campaign. In appreciation, you will receive graduation pins to wear at Commencement in recognition of your SHU support.