FALL APPEAL

Thank you to everyone who supported the Mount Holyoke Fund last year. You should have received the recent Mount Holyoke Fund appeal letter for fiscal year 2024-2025, (Copy below). We hope to duplicate last year’s efforts and again exceed our goals of $230,000 with 50% participation. For those of us who choose to make our contribution toward the end of the calendar year, now is a good time to act. 

There are three easy ways to give:

• Send a check to Office of Development, Mount Holyoke College, PO Box 889, South Hadley, MA 01075-0889
• Give online at mtholyoke.edu/go/yourchoice
• Give by phone at 800-MHC-GIVE

 

 

Fall 2024

As summer ends and the fall season swings into full force, our thoughts turn to Mount Holyoke which recently welcomed nearly 532 new students, including the Class of 2028, transfers, and Frances Perkins Scholars. Remember the excitement (and apprehension) of moving into our freshman year dorm, for many of us without knowing any of our new classmates?

Mount Holyoke’s long history of educating “uncommon women” continues and we can be proud of our part in supporting that mission. This year, as the College unveils MHC Forward, a bold new strategic plan, our continued philanthropic support is as important as ever to: 

• Enhance academic programs to prepare students for a changing world. 
• Pioneer sustainability initiatives such as the new geothermal heating project.
• Increase opportunities for internships and research for all students.
• Foster inclusiveness on campus and beyond.
• Expand student support as the cost of post secondary eduction continues to rise

Last year, with help from so many of our classmates, we were able to exceed both our dollar amount and our percentage participation goals.  Our class goals for this year are to raise $230,000, a modest increase of $5,000 over last year’s goal and to once again reach 50% participation. Please join us in making your gift or pledge to the 2024-2025 Mount Holyoke Fund. Every contribution helps unlock the potential of a new generation, adding to our shared legacy.

Together, let’s ensure that “Mount Holyoke Forever Shall Be” as strong, resilient and impactful as it was for us.

With friendship and gratitude,

Jane Bragg and Elli Rogan

Head Class Agents, 1963