Alumni and Friends

Giving to Hofstra

Growing Hofstra’s future starts with you

Hofstra is poised for growth, with a deepening commitment to innovative academic programs, student success, and athletics, while strengthening the University's national reputation. As we look to the future, we must take steps now to guide Hofstra into its next era of excellence.

And we need your help.

Hofstra would not have arrived at this critical growth point without the loyal donors, alumni, faculty, staff, and community partners who have supported and helped guide the University. We are profoundly grateful for all the time and financial support Hofstra receives from its generous donors.

Please make your gift today and help grow Hofstra's success.

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Priorities

Scholarships

Student Scholarships

For some students, a scholarship can mean the only opportunity to receive a college education, embark on a meaningful career, and achieve lifelong goals.

Programs

Strengthening and Growing Academic Programs

Hofstra nurtures curious and creative students, helps them develop into global citizens, and is committed to helping them discover their individual talents and interests and become lifelong learners.

Athletics

Empowering Hofstra's Division I Athletics

Hofstra Athletics fosters a sense of camaraderie and solidarity on campus, rallying the entire community to feel unified under the banner of the “Hofstra Pride.”

Every Contribution Counts

Your donation will help students achieve their full potential at Hofstra.

 

$141M

in financial aid, scholarships, and grants received by students in 2022

100%

of students with
financial need received scholarship/grants in 2022

$35K

average financial aid
award

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Ways to Contribute

We have made giving to Hofstra University as convenient, safe, and secure as possible. Please find all the necessary information below regarding ways to give.

Learn About All the Ways to Give

The Fund for Hofstra

Gifts to The Fund for Hofstra provide a vital source of unrestricted funds that help the University attract the best and brightest students through scholarships and financial aid, expand academic offerings, recruit and support accomplished faculty, and enhance classrooms and other campus facilities with the latest technologies.

Impact of Scholarships

Scholarships provide tremendous opportunities and financial assistance to talented Hofstra students.

Current Campaigns

We have ongoing opportunities to support what you’re passionate about.

Planned Giving

Leave a lasting legacy with a planned gift to Hofstra. Your planned gift can support your personal and philanthropic goals.

Giving Societies

Hofstra honors philanthropic commitments by recognizing our donors in our Giving Societies.

Donor Spotlights

Philanthropic News

News

 

Why Your Gift Matters

David S Mack

David S. Mack ’67

“As a proud Hofstra alum, I am inspired by Hofstra’s vision and strategic initiatives.  By investing in cutting-edge facilities, student scholarships and unrestricted support, I am honored to contribute to the University’s mission of providing a world-class education in Nassau County, New York.”

Gisselle Rodas

Gisselle Rodas ’23; JD ’25

"As a first-generation student from Guatemala, I have accomplished countless goals that surpassed what I could have ever imagined before starting at Hofstra. I look forward to giving back to my community, taking on the world and facing whatever challenges come my way, well-equipped and confident about my future."

 

Dr. J. Bret Benington

Dr. J Bret Benington

“At Hofstra we are committed to teaching outside of the classroom, often using the campus as a laboratory. Our students ask questions and then develop the data needed to answer their questions using sophisticated tools. Our graduates find employment easily because they have skills that employers need to solve problems.”