Giving to Adelphi

When you contribute to Adelphi University, you become a generous catalyst for positive change, unlocking a world of opportunities that have a profound impact on our community.

Your gift becomes the cornerstone for the realization of academic dreams, empowering deserving and talented students through scholarships and co-curricular opportunities.

By supporting Adelphi, you actively participate in the University’s overarching educational mission of transforming lives through intellectual rigor, research, creativity and community engagement. Every dollar serves as an investment in the betterment of our community, as our students go on to make meaningful contributions, shaping a brighter and more promising tomorrow.

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Philanthropy in every form is personal and powerful.

Giving Options

Online, by phone, by mail or planned giving, explore options for making a gift that will make an impact on Adelphi’s students, community and future.

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Adelphi Fund

Gifts to the Adelphi Fund are the University’s lifeline. This ongoing, unrestricted support helps every student, every classroom, every academic program and every corner of our Long Island campus.

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Giving Societies

Adelphi honors the philanthropic commitments of our donors by recognizing them in our Giving Societies. Members receive exclusive communications, event invitations, recognition, and personalized assistance.

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Impact of Scholarships

Through giving to scholarships, our generous donors enable Adelphi to maintain our long-standing commitment to its historical accessibility and affordable world-class higher education.

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Find Your Cause

We have a variety of meaningful opportunities to support what you’re passionate about.

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Tiffany Lopez Junior, Nursing major, Recipient of the Christine B. and Thomas F. Motamed ’71 Scholarship

Planned Giving

Leaving a lasting legacy with a planned gift to Adelphi is a powerful expression of ongoing support for the University’s mission and future success. Your planned gift can seamlessly support your other personal, financial, estate-planning and philanthropic goals.

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Student Philanthropy Center

Today, Adelphi’s tradition of calling on alumni since the 1960s is further supported by our Student Philanthropy Center and cutting-edge software. Our students are proud to connect with alums, talk with generous donors, and uphold Adelphi University traditions.

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Philanthropic News

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Donor Stories

Mildred Clegg Ackerley

Mildred Clegg Ackerley ‘55, MA ‘76 left an enduring legacy through her lifelong commitment to Adelphi and establishing a scholarship that continues to impact students’ dreams. Read Mildred’s Story

Paula Malone, PhD

Upon finding the Alice Brown Early Learning Center and fueled by her dedication to early childhood education, Paula Malone, PhD took the initiative to establish an endowment in support of the ELC. Read Paula’s Story

Paul Serrato

This devoted member of the Adelphi Forever Gold Society blends the expertise acquired at Adelphi, harmonizing his love for music with his role as an ESL teacher. Read Paul’s Story

Greg Nerko

Greg Nerko ’70, MA ’74, recognizing the significance of his time on the baseball team, aims to support the success of future Panthers both on and off the field by creating a scholarship funded through a qualified charitable distribution in his estate plan. Read Greg’s Story

Make a Difference

Fuel the dreams of aspiring minds! Your contribution isn’t just a donation—it’s an investment in the boundless potential of students. By supporting Adelphi University in New York on Long Island, you’re nurturing a community of future leaders, innovators and change-makers.