Athletics

534
Donors
178% of 300 Donor goal
$41,892
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I HEART FISHER GIVING DAY 2025
1,013 Donors - $720,376 Donated
About

Good, Smart, and Talented: Supporting Fisher Athletics

At St. John Fisher University, our student-athletes do more than compete—they lead, excel, and inspire both on and off the field. With more than 700 student-athletes across 25 varsity teams, Fisher Athletics thrives thanks to the generosity of donors like you.

When you support the Fisher Fund for Athletics, you invest in:

  • State-of-the-art facilities that foster training, teamwork, and community spirit—spaces where Cardinals strive for championship performances and fans come together to celebrate.
  • Advanced training equipment and technology that prioritize athlete safety, enhance performance, and support injury prevention and recovery.
  • Team travel and competition opportunities, enabling Fisher teams to compete at the highest levels and build lifelong bonds through shared experiences.
  • Leadership development, academic support, and mentorship, helping student-athletes build the discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills they need to succeed not only in their sport but in the classroom and beyond.

Choose Your Impact

You can choose to support the Athletics Annual Fund, which benefits all teams and athletes, or direct your gift to one of Fisher’s NCAA Division III programs, including:

Men’s Teams

Women’s Teams

Your Support Builds Champions

Every gift—no matter the size—helps Fisher student-athletes pursue excellence, represent Fisher with pride, and develop into the leaders of tomorrow.

Areas of Support

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Updates
Success for Kickoff 2:1 Match

The 2:1 giving match from Elizabeth ’11 and John Leonard has been met! Thank you to the Leonards for offering this generous match and the donors who were inspired to leverage their gifts for more impact.

445 days ago by Maherly Schaeffer
The Heerkens Faculty & Staff Match Met

Fisher employees answered the call with 100 donors to unlock a $2,500 gift from former employee Bob Heerkens and his wife, Tarri. 

Every day, faculty and staff give their all for Fisher and its students with the goal of providing a transformational experience. Thank you to Fisher employees and Bob and Tarri Heerkens for your generosity.

445 days ago by Maherly Schaeffer
Spire Society Membership Challenge

The Spire Society is the backbone of the Fisher Fund. We are challenging 20 new members to joined the esteemed ranks of the Spire Society before the end of I Heart Fisher Giving Day. These Fisher Fund leaders invest in and enhance the Fisher experience, making it available to all who wish to learn and grow here.

Thank you to the following individuals who have joined or renewed their Spire Society membership in honor of I Heart Fisher Giving Day:

Richard '73 & Janice Agin

David '06 and Paula Bocciolatt

James A. ’70 and Maureen Bowers

Robert W. Burgdorf, Esq. ’84 and Rosellen J. Burgdorf ’84

Daniel ‘69 and Ann Colby

Ed Donnelly ’83 and Tom Schnorr 

Bernie Fischette '79

Tricia Gatlin and Kim Vroman

Rev. Joseph A. Hart ’68

Mark ’86 and Leslie Johnson

Jill R. Knittel ’94, ’03 (MBA)

Joellen Maples

Kenneth McAlpin ’77, ’87 (MBA) and MaryAnn McAlpin

E. Robert ’68 and Susan W. Moline

Marcie ’94 and John Nicastro

Nixon Peabody LLP

Linda Paulmeno Sewell '81

Michael J. ’79 and Ann Plunkett

Leon T. Sawyko, Esq. ’66 and Anne O. Sawyko

Skip ’72 and Patty Streber

Dr. Daniel D. Tessoni ’69 and Martha L. Tessoni

James ’83 and Mary Jo ’89 Valenti

Thomas R. Wahl '78

Donna '76 & Christopher Young 

445 days ago by Amanda Glann

Athletics Leaderboard
TeamDonorsRaised ($)
Wrestling21$1,570
Women's Tennis12$400
Men's Soccer30$3,450
Women's Golf21$2,425
Women's Volleyball39$3,215
Men's Volleyball4$550
Women's Soccer111$5,070
Women's Cross Country1$25
Cheerleading0$0
Women's Rowing5$180
Men's Rowing0$0
Men's Tennis8$925
Football145$11,510
Women's Hockey2$200
Men's Track and Field2$82
Men's Cross Country0$0
Softball11$1,851
Men's Basketball2$200
Women's Lacrosse6$345
Women's Track and Field1$25
Women's Basketball13$1,000
Women's Field Hockey14$1,010
Men's Lacrosse39$3,300
Men's Golf14$1,145
Men’s Hockey2$300
Baseball2$125
Donor Affiliations
Parent icon38%Parents
Friends icon37%Friends
Gradhat icon17%Alumni
Book icon11%Students
Suitcase icon4%Faculty/Staff
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Amy Morelli
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Advocates

Daniel J. Boyce, Esq. ’79 and Shelley L. Boyce, Michael E. ’82 and Christine Haefner, and Mike ’80 and Karen Moran

Offered a $85,000 match

The John and Elizabeth ’11 Leonard Family Foundation

Generated 1 gift, totaling $100
Offered a $50,000 match

Martin L. Keating ’75 and Jake Latchman

Gave $15,000 during a Challenge!

Ryan A. ’01, ’04 (MBA) and Carly M. Lancer.

Gave $10,000 during a Challenge!

Britt and Lisa Vitalone ’91

Offered a $10,000 match

Anonymous

Gave $10,000 during a Challenge!

Community Advocates

Generated 3990 clicks and 83 gifts, totaling $7,643

Mark Cleary ’81, John Mealey, and City Blue Imaging,

Offered a $5,000 match

Christine Birnie and George D. Jegadesh ’14 (MBA)

Offered a $3,000 match

Robert and Tarri Heerkens

Gave $2,500 during a Challenge!

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