On June 4, 1889, Judge Edmund Dunne conveyed the land where Saint Leo University now stands to the Order of St. Benedict. One hundred and thirty years later, we are reminded that our mission to provide a values-based education to worthy students began with an act of generosity. That original gift of 36 acres, valued then at about $1 an acre or $36, is now a worldwide university with millions in assets, serving thousands of students each year. This growth shows the power of philanthropy. It creates legacies.
With your faithful support, we believe our university can serve even more, encouraging our dedicated learners to grow both personally and professionally. You can be one of the people who choose to make a difference in a student’s life by supporting scholarships, academics, our athletic programs, and more.
What defines your legacy? If you believe in the mission of Saint Leo University, you can make an endless impact by making a planned gift that costs you nothing during your lifetime. We encourage you to consider the causes most important to you and how you want to be remembered.