University of St. Thomas receives record-breaking gift as it launches its largest-ever campaign

September 18, 2026

St. Thomas Launches Its Largest-Ever Campaign to Prepare the Next Generation of Leaders

“To mark the public launch, St. Thomas also announced an $82 million commitment payable over 10 years from the Ciresi Walburn Foundation and the Michael V. and Ann C. Ciresi Foundation. The record-breaking gift is the largest in the university’s history and one of the largest ever made to a Minnesota college or university. It also is among the state’s largest-ever investments in student access and support.”

Read the full announcement on the University of St. Thomas website