Parents Fund

600
Donors
$86,091
Donated
This campaign ended on April 01, 2026, but you can still make a gift to Fairfield University by clicking here!

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STAGiving Day 2026
4,385 Donors - $4,118,196 Donated
109%
About ❤️🦌

On this 12th annual STAGiving Day, parents and families come together to make a powerful difference in the lives of Fairfield students. The Parents Fund provides flexible support for the greatest needs across campus—so students can learn, grow, and thrive in an ever‑changing world. Your participation as a Fairfield family sends a strong message of belief in our students and mission.

The Parents Fund (Greatest Needs for Students)

The Parents Fund is an essential greatest‑needs fund that directly supports students where and when they need it most. From financial aid and scholarships to student life, campus programs, technology, and career services, your gift helps ensure a dynamic, agile Fairfield experience.

When parents and families give, our whole campus feels the impact.

  • Supports financial aid, scholarships, and student success
  • Strengthens campus life, programming, and engagement
  • Helps Fairfield respond quickly to emerging student needs
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Donors & Leaderboards 🪜

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Donor Affiliations
Gradhat icon73%Alumni
Parent icon19%Parents
Friends icon3%Friends
Suitcase icon1%Faculty/Staff
Gradhat icon1%Graduate Alumni
Parent icon1%Grandparents
Book icon1%Students
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Charleen Dortenzio & Charles
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