The Notre Dame Fund is the University’s most flexible source of support, allowing Notre Dame to meet its greatest needs and advance its mission where it matters most—right now.

The Notre Dame Fund allows University leaders to direct dollars where they are needed most—whether that’s financial aid for deserving students, leaning into our Catholic character, or resources that enrich the student experience. By giving to the Notre Dame Fund, donors provide the flexibility and agility that keep the University strong, responsive, and mission-driven year after year.

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Notre Dame Fund by the numbers

Gifts to the Notre Dame Fund make the dream of a Notre Dame education a reality for all students.

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70%

of undergraduate students receive financial aid

100%

of every admitted student's demonstrated financial need is met by the University

$3.85M

given by loyal members of the Notre Dame family through the Notre Dame Fund

80%

of the student body claim the Catholic faith as their own

Ways to make your gift to Notre Dame

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