It's time to level up - For Her.
Your Moment to Make History
For 167 years, Mount Saint Joseph Academy has been shaping the future—one young woman at a time. Now it's time to level up. It's time to create spaces that match the brilliance of our students. It's time to invest in the next generation of founders, leaders, and world-changers.
This is more than a campaign. This is your chance to be part of something transformational.
Join the Beyond Pearls Movement
Every gift—no matter the size—helps us build spaces where young women discover their voices, develop their talents, and gain the confidence to lead. Whether you're passionate about the arts, athletics, student life, or creating a welcoming environment for all, there's a place for your support in this campaign.
Because when you invest in her potential, you're investing in our future.
Connect with Purpose
Shannon Connolly, our Chief Advancement Officer, specializes in connecting donors with funding opportunities that align with both your financial capacity and programmatic passions. Whether you're interested in naming opportunities, establishing endowments, or supporting specific initiatives, Shannon will work with you to make your philanthropic vision a reality.
Ready to make your mark? Let's talk.
Contact Shannon Thompson Connolly '86
Chief Advancement Officer
Email: sconnolly@msjacad.org
Phone: (215) 233-3177 x 389
Naming Opportunities
Celebrate your generosity with a lasting legacy through naming opportunities that create a personal connection to the Mount. Whether you envision your family name on an entire building, a classroom where future leaders discover their passions, or a special space that reflects your Mount experience, these meaningful tributes honor your commitment while inspiring others. Your named space becomes part of the Mount story—a permanent reminder of your investment in the young women who will shape our future.
Please contact Shannon Thompson Connolly '86, Chief Advancement Officer, at (215) 233-3177 x.389 or sconnolly@msjacad.org for more information about available opportunities.
Leadership Giving and Donor Recognition
Leadership and transformational gifts are the cornerstone of Beyond Pearls, setting the pace and ensuring this historic campaign's success. These extraordinary commitments demonstrate bold vision, create enduring legacy, and inspire our broader community to join in shaping the Mount's future. As a leadership donor, you become part of an exceptional group championing the next generation of Mount women. Gifts may be pledged over multiple years, with diverse opportunities for alumnae, parents, and friends to make a lasting impact at meaningful levels. Matching gifts count toward recognition, celebrating both your generosity and the enduring role you play in securing the Mount's excellence for generations to come. Learn more.
Donor Wall Recognition
Be honored among the leaders of the campaign with your name permanently displayed on our donor recognition wall. All donors contributing $5,000 or more will be celebrated on a beautiful recognition wall installed just inside the entrance to the new Welcome Center—the first space that welcomes students, families, and visitors to the Mount. This prominent placement ensures your commitment will be seen and remembered by every person who walks through our doors, standing as a testament to your belief in the transformative power of a Mount education. You are welcome to make an outright gift and/or a pledge payable over one to five years. Connect with us to learn more.
Campaign Leadership
Our Campaign Cabinet brings together dedicated leaders who share our vision of transforming Mount Saint Joseph Academy for the next generation:
Campaign Leadership
- Kate Shields, ‘93; P ’23, ’24, ’28 Chair
- James K. Paul; P ’99, ’01 Honorary Chair
- Joseph Pensabene P ’15, ’17, ’22; Co-Chair
- Andrew Brandon P ’24, ’28 Co-Chair
Campaign Committee
- Rob and Dana Bradfield, P ’24, ’26
- Stephen Brennan, P ’23
- Jennifer Biermann Dubas, ’93, P ’26
- Erin McClafferty Erfle, ’96
- Tina D’Orazio Gedgard, ’94
- Steven Gozdan, P ’10, ’12
- Rhea Fernandes P ‘26
- Laura Paul Lasky, ’96
- Suzanne Coster McCarthy, ’88
- Maura Ricci, ’11
Campaign Goal: $20 Million | Funds Raised: $6 Million | Total Gifts: 85
Ready to level up with us? Your investment in the Beyond Pearls Campaign is an investment in excellence, sisterhood, and the limitless potential of every young woman who walks through our doors.
Make a Gift or Pledge
Thank you for considering a gift to Beyond Pearls. Every contribution—of any size—helps shape the future of the Mount. Gifts may be made as a one-time donation, set up as a recurring commitment, or pledged over multiple years. To explore all giving options, visit our Ways to Give page.