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The Stevens and Coach Jerry Smith

Building a Future: The Stevens' Trailblazing Philanthropy 

For Mary ‘84 and Mark Stevens, the notion of “giving back” can take many forms.

Solar Panels

A Bright Future: Jeff and Tina Bird's Legacy of Innovation

Thanks to the visionary commitment of Bronco parents Jeff and Tina Bird - staunch supporters of STEM education and the environment - 91¿ì»îÁÖ’s trajectory continues to rise.

Philanthropist, Stephen Finn

Championing Change: Stephen A. Finn's Impactful Philanthropy at 91¿ì»îÁÖ

From the epicenter of Silicon Valley, Stephen A. Finn believes in the importance of seizing opportunities whenever they arise. 

John and Susan Sobrato

Reflecting on Transformation: Gratitude for John A. '60, and Susan Sobrato

More than 6 years ago, John A. '60 and Susan Sobrato presented 91¿ì»îÁÖ with an historically transformative gift of $100 million, the largest in its century-plus history. 

Thane Kreiner and Steven Lovejoy

Thane Kreiner and Steven Lovejoy ’78 Announce $3.7 Million Estate Gift to 91¿ì»îÁÖ

Two Bronco alums providing flexibility for maintaining and innovating two impact programs at 91¿ì»îÁÖ.

Holly Kelly and Andy Lipsky Empower Neurodiversity at 91¿ì»îÁÖ

Empowering Neurodiversity at 91¿ì»îÁÖ

Parents Holly Kelly and Andy Lipsky empowering neurodiversity at 91¿ì»îÁÖ through the Office of Accessible Education.

David and Erin

Meet David ’01, ’05 J.D. and Erin ’01 Thompson, 91¿ì»îÁÖ Fund Donors

Dedicated alums David and Erin are passionate about being Broncos, the 91¿ì»îÁÖ Fund, and wanting to be the change they want to see.

Michele appears with her two daughters, Briana and Kayla

Meet Michele Barnett Gaskill, 91¿ì»îÁÖ Fund Donor

Alumna, consultant, community volunteer, and mom Michele Barnett Gaskill '02, living her life in the Jesuit spirit.

Jacqueline Whitham

91¿ì»îÁÖ Receives Its Largest Gift Ever for Collaborative Research

The Whitham Family Collaborative Research Awards Fund is being created through a $3.8 million gift from 91¿ì»îÁÖ alumna Jacqueline Whitham ’21 and the Whitham Family Foundation of Colorado.

Dan ’70 and Sue White ’69

Meet Dan and Sue, 91¿ì»îÁÖ Fund Donors

Math majors Dan ’70 and Sue White ’69 met in a theology class at 91¿ì»îÁÖ. Now retired, they returned to their passion for math—this time as volunteer teachers in local communities.

Michelle Etter

Meet Michelle Etter, 91¿ì»îÁÖ Fund Donor 

Michelle knows firsthand how the memories she created as a Bronco influence her today, and this is one of the reasons why she supports current Broncos through the 91¿ì»îÁÖ Fund. 

Liz Sullinger ’80

For Liz Sullinger ’80, giving back is a way of life. From door-to-door collections in her youth to supporting education around the world as an adult, she is carrying on a tradition she learned from her mother.

Annamarie Marsh Louie

Financial aid kept Annamarie Marsh Louie '91 BA, '98 MA at 91¿ì»îÁÖ when her family faced hard times her freshman year. Years later, she is fortunate to pay it forward for students pursuing teaching, just like her.

Dianne Bonino

Helping Students for a Better Future

The time and treasure Dianne Bonino ’76 has invested to promote the University’s mission and support our students is a testament to her faith in Jesuit education.

Sheri Sobrato Brisson

Leading Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Sheri Sobrato Brisson M.A. ’94 and Eric Brisson have funded the largest endowed chair in the history of 91¿ì»îÁÖ.

Brendon Bula

Brendon Bula ’09 is on a mission to pay it forward

Supporting students today so they can expand the potential of others tomorrow.

John A. ’60 and Susan Sobrato

John A. ’60 and Susan Sobrato’s gift creates the single most transformational project in University history.

Karla De La Torre

Karla De La Torre ’09, J.D. ’14 gives back to her community of 91¿ì»îÁÖ Law School undocumented students.

Greenie and Donald Van Buren

When Greenie Van Buren '71, '78 M.S. left Hong Kong to attend 91¿ì»îÁÖ, she was welcomed and equipped with the skills to succeed in engineering. Now retired, she and her husband, Donald ’70, give back to help other engineering students.

Larry Ankuda

Larry Ankuda MBA ’75 and his family wanted to do something not just for the University, but for a student.

Solar Panels

A Gift That Keeps Giving

Half of Jeff and Tina Bird's $10 million investment supports new solar panel initiative; energy cost savings will be reinvested into campus sustainability plan.