Mercy in Motion
A Collective Force for Good
Mercy in Motion, the campaign for Gwynedd Mercy University, united us in expanding our mission of fostering positive, global change through higher education firmly rooted in Mercy values. Together, we soared past our Mercy in Motion goals, ensuring that the next generation of Distinctive Mercy Graduates will be ready to navigate a changing world and make it a better place.
$35.3M
raised, surpassing our $25M goal
2,163
unique donors
53
new scholarships, a 68% increase in total scholarships
3,585
donations of $100 or less
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Campaign Raises $35.3M, Surpassing Initial Goal by $10M
The Mercy in Motion Campaign twice surpassed its original goal of $25 million, with the support of nearly 2,200 donors.
Your participation in the Mercy in Motion campaign enriched our academic programs and sustained our core values of access and opportunity to education. We are grateful for your generosity and investment in advancing the lives of students who will continue to do good in their professions and communities.
—Christina Riso, JD, VP for University Advancement & Chief Advancement Officer
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Frances M. Maguire ’55 Healthcare Innovation Center (HIC) Opens
In fall 2025, the new state-of-the-market academic building opened, setting a new standard for nursing and healthcare education.
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Commonwealth of PA Awards Multiple RACP Grants to GMercyU
Throughout the campaign, the state's Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program supported multiple projects on campus, including the renovation of Loyola Hall.
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Lilly Endowment Inc. Gives $1M+ Grant
The University received a $1.25 million grant to support an initiative that strengthens vital connections between college campuses and parishes.
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GMercyU Surpasses Mercy in Motion Comprehensive Campaign Goal
In early 2025, GMercyU surpassed its original goal of $25 million more than a year ahead of schedule, having raised more than $28 million with the support of more than 2,000 donors.
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Record Donations Recorded for GriffinTuesday 2025
The University exceeded its goal of $30,000 and reported a 51% increase in donors over the prior year's annual day of giving.
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Maguire Foundation Announces $10 Million Gift for Campaign
The transformational gift made in 2022 serves as a lasting legacy for alumna Frannie Maguire '55.
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Seven-Figure Gift Donated for Healthcare Innovation Center
The $1 million gift supports the Jie Du, PhD Healthcare Innovation Commons, a spacious atrium featuring gathering spots for students, faculty, and guests.
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Regina Charitable Fund Gives Seven-Figure Gift for Inspiration Station
A $2 million grant from the Regina Charitable Fund supports the HIC's Frances Cannata Stimmler '66 and Joseph Stimmler Inspiration Station.
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GMercyU Celebrates 75 Years
In fall 2023, GMercyU honored its 75th anniversary with the groundbreaking of the HIC, the unveiling of a new statue of Catherine McAuley on campus, and more.
Explore our 75th anniversary site
Read our commemorative issue of TODAY magazine
Campaign Goals
Goal 1
Fuel Healthcare Innovation
Your support led to a historic University milestone, the opening of the largest academic building on campus and hub of innovation. The Frances M. Maguire ’55 Healthcare Innovation Center comes at a time of great need for more healthcare professionals and extends GMercyU's nationally recognized excellence in healthcare education.
Goal 2
Invest in Student Success
A scholarship can be life-changing for a student. Thanks to your generosity, a GMercyU education is now more accessible than ever with 53 new scholarships created, strengthening our ability to offer equitable access to education and welcome a more economically diverse student population.
Goal 3
Sustain Our Mercy Mission
To continue to be a much-needed force of good in the world, we must continue to offer the kinds of immersive experiences that strength the Mercy values of our students, faculty, and staff. Your generous annual and planned giving has ensured that Mercy remains a priority for our community.
President's Message
Moving GMercyU Forward
I believe that a bold vision for our University, shaped by our Mercy values, has never mattered more. It turns out that our community agrees, as illustrated by the historic donor support of this campaign.... Read more
