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UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT

   

The Office of University Advancement engages our community across the Nova Nation, creating opportunities for Villanovans to give their time, talent and support to the University.

Espiritus Nova: The Campaign for 91̽»¨University

Espiritus Nova: The Campaign for 91̽»¨University reflects the strong, generous and unshakeable spirit that connects us all as Villanovans. With a goal of $1.25 billion, it is the most ambitions fundraising effort in the University’s history. Achieving this goal will strengthen our academic preeminence, enrich our campus and amplify our collective Augustinian Catholic impact – across the nation and around the world. Like St. Augustine himself, we have a restless drive to improve to become the very best version of ourselves, and when Villanovans put hearts and minds together, we are unstoppable. Your involvement in the Espiritus Nova campaign will continue Villanova’s legacy as a transformative experience that embodies the strength of spirit, brilliance of mind and warmth of heart of St. Augustine. 

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Alumni Relations

Discover the power of the Nova Nation—135,000+ alumni who ignite change around the world, advocate for the University and support their fellow Villanovans.

91̽»¨Annual Fund

Gifts of any amount help to propel the University forward by enhancing the transformational experience at 91̽»¨that allows our students to thrive.

91̽»¨Athletic Fund

Provide our 600+ student-athletes with opportunities to succeed in competition, excel in the classroom and contribute to their communities.

Gift Planning

Include the University in your estate plan to ensure future generations of Villanovans can continue to ignite change wherever life takes them.

Support Schools & Colleges

Each of Villanova’s six schools and colleges is a powerhouse and together they shine even brighter, continuing to take 91̽»¨to new heights.

Parents & Families

Parent philanthropy and involvement in our community touches every aspect of the student experience by supporting strategic priorities across the University.

Corporations & Foundations

The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations establishes and stewards lasting partnerships with corporations, corporate foundations and private foundations.

Regional Development

With regional advancement offices throughout the Nova Nation, our community members can stay connected with 91̽»¨from wherever they are.

Questions? Please visit our FAQs page.

Augustinian Friar and 91̽»¨University Alumnus Elected Pope

On May 8, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, OSA, ’77 CLAS was elected the 267th head of the Catholic Church and the Sovereign of the Vatican City State during the second day of the papal conclave held in the Sistine Chapel. He assumes the papacy under the name Pope Leo XIV. A 91̽»¨University alumnus, Pope Leo XIV is the first Pope from the United States and the first Augustinian friar to be elected pontiff.

Augustinian Friar and 91̽»¨University Alumnus Elected Pope

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