A Historic Milestone: Than Yo ! With immense gratitude and heartfelt pride, we are thrilled to share that the Aquinas community has achieved something truly historic. For the first time in school history, support for the Aquinas Fund has surpassed $1 million—reaching an incredible $1,012,256 for the ’24-’25 school year! This momentous achievement was made possible by the generosity of 1,387 donors—alumni, parents, friends, faculty, and community members—who stepped up to not only meet but exceed our goal of $895,000. Your belief in the mission of Aquinas and your commitment to our students are what drive our continued success. WHAT THE AQUINAS FUND SUPPORTS The Aquinas Fund is the cornerstone of giving at our school. This annual fund plays a critical role in shaping the experience of every student, every day. Thanks to your support, the Aquinas Fund helps to bridge the gap between tuition and the actual cost of an Aquinas education by: • Sustaining academic excellence, arts, and athletic programs • Supporting financial aid and scholarships for deserving students • Investing in faculty development, technology, and campus improvements • Keeping an Aquinas education accessible and transformative for students of all backgrounds Each dollar raised impacts lives—whether it’s a student who receives the financial aid that makes Aquinas possible, an athlete training with new equipment, or a classroom enhanced by updated resources and innovative teaching. FROM ALL OF US AT AQUINAS… THANK YOU. Reaching this $1 million milestone is about more than numbers—it’s about people. It’s about the enduring bond our alumni and families feel for Aquinas. It’s about continuing a legacy of excellence and generosity that stretches back over a century. Thank you for believing in our mission, our students, and our future. Together, we have made history—and more importantly, we are shaping the future for generations of Li’l Irish to come. Joseph B. Knapp Executive Director of Advancement 2025 -2026 BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Aquinas Institute Board of Trustees oversees the operation of Aquinas Institute. The Board ensures and provides the spiritual tone and direction of Aquinas Institute consistent with the purposes and traditions of Roman Catholic educations. The Board of Trustees also has final responsibility to direct and manage the business affairs of Aquinas Institute. Patrick O’Donnell ’77, Chair Edward Fiorentino ’76, Vice Chair Salvatore Guerrieri Jr. ’83, Treasurer David Eustis, President & Corporate Secretary James Brennan, CPA ’88 Dr. Anthony Cook ’99 Dr. Jeannine Dingus-Eason ’89 Nicholas Dobbertin, CPA ’01 Mario Fallone, Esq. ’92, P ’25, ’27, ’29 Fr. John Huber, CSB ’81 John Majors IV ’91 Sister Margaret Mancuso, SSJ Raymond Shea ’66 2025 -2026 FOUNDATION BOARD The Aquinas Institute Foundation serves as a philanthropic resource for the Aquinas Institute of Rochester. Established in 2001 as a non-profit and tax-exempt organization, the Foundation’s primary mission is to help preserve and enhance excellence in secondary education by providing private financial support for programs and activities that strengthen Aquinas Institute and build an endowment for the future. Paul Roland ’77, P ’06, Chair Christopher Bostick ’11 Jurij Kushner ’68 Peter Noto, RICP ’81 Robert Porretti, CPA ’64 35 Sca t mak gif today! TO MAKE YOUR GIFT TO THE AQUINAS FUND, VISIT WWW.AQUINASINSTITUTE.COM/GIVE OR
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