Parent Engagement & Philanthropy

Parent giving is essential to the enrichment of our ��ϲʹ��community. Your support ensures rigorous and comprehensive academic programs, student life activities, financial aid, health and wellness services, and much more. Gifts to The Parents Fund go to work immediately to support our students.
Parents Leadership Council

The Parents Leadership Council is a network of parents committed to supporting and enhancing the University, student life, and academic endeavors by raising funds for the Parents Fund, scholarships, athletics, and more.
Honor Your Graduate

The "Honor Your Graduate" gift campaign recognizes Fairfield's tremendous impact and will continue to have on your student.
A Parent Ambassador represents the University and the ��ϲʹ��parent community in meaningful ways on and off campus, and enriches the overall student experience through their involvement. For more information, please contact parents@fairfield.edu.
As parents of Stags, you are a part of a special community that makes a difference. Twice a year you have the opportunity to participate in giving challenges that help our students and campus community thrive.
FairfieldNews

��ϲʹ�� sends out an e-newsletter to our current parents throughout the year. If you are not receiving this, we may not have your current email address. Please complete the Stay In Touch information below so we can add you to our database.

Hear From Fellow Supporters

Parent Ambassador & Parents Leadership Council Member

We are blessed our son chose to attend ��ϲʹ��. Fairfield's commitment to academic excellence, coupled with a strong sense of community, aligns perfectly with our values. Supporting the University is our way of giving back and ensuring that future students experience the same environment that has nurtured our son's growth and potential. ��ϲʹ��is more than just a school, it’s a place where students thrive, and we are proud to be a part of that legacy.

— John and Jennifer Tapinis P’28, ‘26

As a Parent Ambassador, Jennifer Tapinis P’28, ’26, shares her time as a volunteer throughout the year supporting the Parents & Family Challenge and STAGiving Day. Jennifer contacts fellow parents- encouraging them to get involved and give back. Through her work as a Parent Ambassador, Jennifer has garnered gifts from fellow parents that have an immediate impact on their student’s education through academic support, student life, career services, athletics, financial aid, and more!

Parent Ambassador & Parents Leadership Council Member

Mentoring is such a great way to make an impact. I had a great time with Katharine, and am thankful the school matched us. She expressed interest in DEI, so I also arranged a meeting with a DEI Manager during her office visit and mentoring lunch, which she found very helpful and inspiring as she considers internships and potential careers. Katharine is bright, articulate, and eager to learn. I have no doubt she will be very successful in life.

— Malu Siskind P’27

This winter break, Malu Siskind P’27, Director, Talent Acquisition & Operations at Goodwin Procter LLP (pictured on right), participated in the University’s Job Shadow program as a part of our Parent Ambassador network. She was paired with Katharine Gutkoski ’26, Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies and Communications double major (pictured on left). During their time together, Malu reviewed Katharine’s resume, answered career questions, and introduced Katharine to others within the company. “It was such a fantastic opportunity to meet Malu. I cannot thank her enough, and am so lucky to have her as my mentor,” shared Katharine following the experience.

Parent Leadership Council Members

Society progresses most rapidly when we hold out a hand and help those most in need. That is exactly what the Center for Social Impact at ��ϲʹ�� is committed to doing. Our daughter, Jacqueline, gives of her time and talents at Fairfield; however, we believe it is she who benefits most from engaging in these acts of generosity alongside a community of like-minded individuals.

— Stacie & Eric Campbell P’24

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Ellen Dooley ’85, P’27,’23

Director, Parent Engagement & Philanthropy

edooley@fairfield.edu

Lindsey Hanley

Assistant Director, Parent Engagement & Philanthropy

Lindsey.hanley@fairfield.edu

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