Bellarmine’s commitment to transformative teaching in the Catholic higher education tradition fosters an experience that forms ethical, compassionate leaders who make a difference in the world.
Your gift sustains and strengthens the hallmarks of a Bellarmine education — world-class teaching, transformative mentorship, vibrant campus ministry, and the enduring spirit of Thomas Merton’s inclusive Catholic vision.
Your gift in action:
- Grow our Campus Ministry, the Thomas Merton Center, and community service initiatives
- Expand our focus on belonging, purpose, and engagement through Bellarmine’s IMPACT initiative
- Enrich spiritual life and interfaith dialogue on campus
- Support service-learning projects, experiential learning, and community service initiatives
You know firsthand how Bellarmine shapes students into lifelong learners and ethical decision-makers. Help us continue this legacy for future generations of Knights.
Among the specific initiatives you can support are:
- Mother Teresa of Calcutta Legacy Fund, which provides experiential learning and scholarships that allow students to take part in opportunities such as Alternative Spring Break and Find-Your-Faith retreats
- The Rev. John D. Deatrick Campus Ministry Fund, which ensures the spiritual growth of students through on-campus Mass, young adult fellowship meetings, and spiritual awakening activities
- The Thomas Merton Center, which makes Merton’s work accessible to the larger world and will find greater presence within our community and region as it interconnects with collaborative efforts across disciplinary boundaries. Merton’s inclusive,
welcoming and loving spirit guides Bellarmine’s culture, education, and spirit.
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