Greetings from the Office of Institutional Advancement!
As I enter my fifth month at Carroll College as Vice President for Advancement, I am filled with gratitude and momentum. These first months have been marked by meaningful progress, renewed energy, and a shared commitment to strengthening Carroll’s future. And truly, there is so much more ahead.
I am honored to lead an exceptional team of advancement professionals. Together, we are building on last year’s success, when our department secured $12 million in support for Carroll College. That generosity came from every corner of the Carroll community, reflecting the deep love and belief so many hold for this institution.
In Fiscal Year 2026, 2,700 donors invested in Carroll’s mission. This remarkable group included:
- 804 Alumni Donors
- 323 Parent Donors
- 453 First-Time Donors
- 115 President’s Circle Members (annual giving of $10,000+)
- 244 Business Partners
- 68 Faculty and Staff Donors
- 171 Student Donors
This breadth of support is extraordinary, and it is a powerful testament to the impact Carroll College has on lives, families, and communities.
As many of you know, Carroll is preparing to launch a comprehensive campaign later this year, one that will secure the mission, vision, and long-term sustainability of the College. This campaign is bold by design. It reflects our shared responsibility to ensure that the Carroll educational experience endures for generations, and that Carroll students continue shaping the world with competence, conscience, and compassion.
We will be calling on all who love Carroll to join us through financial support, advocacy, and by championing the value of a Carroll education. Your voice matters. Your belief matters. And your involvement will help carry this mission forward.
As campaign details are finalized, I will share updates through multiple channels, including this newsletter. A campaign with a grand vision requires grand goals, and we are already making strong progress. In the first quarter of the fiscal year, we have secured just over 21% of our annual departmental goal, totaling $2,602,502 in support. To all who have already contributed: thank you. Your leadership is felt.
Please mark your calendars for The Joy of Giving on November 5th in the Upper Cube. This special evening will highlight student stories, campus initiatives, and the profound impact of scholarship support through the Saints Scholarship Fund. We hope you will join us and be part of this celebration of generosity and purpose.
Nancy Osmundson
Vice President for Institutional Advancement
nosmundson@carroll.edu
(406) 447-4445
