Marymount College: 1,907-Minute Challenge

Thank you, most sincerely, to everyone who stepped up and helped us meet the moment during Marymount Giving Day! You are making an impact. Together, we are living Mother Butler’s dream. 

Every moment, every connection, every opportunity shapes the student experience. Your support makes this all possible, which is why today, on Marymount College Giving Day, we remind our community that every gift counts! Join us today as we build a brighter future for your younger sisters who embody the Marymount spirit.

Big news! We unlocked an additional $1,907 in support from the Marymount College Alumnae Association Board by reaching our first goal of $3,814, which is double our founding year of 1907.

If we raise another $10,907, Joyce Abamont, ’66, will contribute an additional $10,000 to the Marymount Legacy Fund.

Help us meet our new goal of $25,000!

Did you know? The Marymount Legacy Fund provides scholarship support to young women who have a connection to Marymount. This scholarship ensures that our legacy lives on and that students have access to a transformative Catholic education! 14 Fordham students graduated with scholarships with the Marymount Legacy Fund so far. Thank you for keeping our legacy alive! 

Today is Marymount College’s second annual Giving Day! Giving Day is an opportunity for the Marymount community to show the power of our love for Marymount, our dedication to and respect for the efforts of the R.S.H.M. women, and our care for the Marymount Legacy Fund and its beneficiaries.

Marymount Giving Day will last 1,907 minutes in honor of our founding year. Our goal is to raise $3,814—double our founding year. If we do so, we will give an extra $1,907 to the Legacy Fund. 

Consider a fitting gift in the amount of $1,907, $190.70, or $19.07. Thank you!

What is the Marymount Legacy Fund? The Marymount Legacy Fund is an endowed scholarship at Fordham University, in recognition of the Centennial of Marymount College in 2007 and to honor the alumnae, faculty, staff, and R.S.H.M. of Marymount.

The goal of the endowed fund is to preserve the Marymount name and tradition of excellence set forth by Mother Butler in helping to educate and shape female undergraduates at Fordham University. The fund aims to honor and continue the mission of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary who founded Marymount in 1907. 

Who benefits from my donation? Your younger sisters! The Marymount Legacy Fund is designed to support young women who:

• Embody the Marymount spirit through learning and leadership;
• Have a family affiliation with any of the Marymount secondary schools or colleges; and
• Demonstrate financial need and academic merit.

It has benefitted over a dozen talented young people over the years. This year there are two scholarship recipients. 

I prefer not to make an online gift. Can I mail a contribution? Absolutely! Make a check out to Fordham University and write "Marymount Legacy Fund" on the memo line. Mail it to: 

Bank of America | Gifts Processing Center

Fordham University

P.O. Box 417762

Boston, MA 02241-7762

Learn about other ways to give here. 

How can I get involved? We'd love to have you more involved with the Marymount College community. Please visit this page to learn more.

Who are the current members of the Marymount Alumnae Association Board? 

Paula Mahayosnand, ’93, President

Michelle McAllister, ’96, Vice President

Heather McWilliam, ’88, Secretary

Theresa Ankamah, ’00

Beth Conrad, ’69

Debra DeVenezia, ’83

Ottilie King Droggitis, ’78

Karen Easton, ’86

Elisa Lyew, ’07

Kris McDaniel-Miccio, ‘73

Linda Purcell, ’73

Angelica Hinojosa Valentine, ’03

How can I update my contact information? Please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 212-636-6520 or alumnioffice@fordham.edu to share your new details, or log into forever.fordham.edu and update your information.

Questions about giving or want to learn more? Contact Alexandra Wilson at awilson86@fordham.edu or 646-868-4175.