Caldwell University Student-Athletes Make History, Achieve 100 Percent Giving

CALDWELL, N.J.- In addition to excelling in the classroom, in competition and in community endeavors, Caldwell University Athletics and the division of Development and Alumni Affairs is proud to announce the commitment of its student-athletes to giving back to the University as well. As of March 2023, 100% of Caldwell’s nearly 350 student-athletes representing 17 sport programs made a financial contribution to Cougar Pride, Caldwell’s Athletics fundraising arm, perhaps a first all-time among NCAA Division II institutions.

The Cougar Pride fund uses private donations to provide financial support to Caldwell Athletics. All of the financial support generated by Cougar Pride is designated to enhance the athletics programs and student-athlete experience.at Caldwell University. Cougar Pride allows supporters to assist with this commitment as our athletics programs strive for excellence on and off the playing field.

“The Cougar Pride fund uses private donations to provide financial support to Caldwell Athletics,” added Assistant Vice President/Director of Athletics Mark A. Corino. “All of the financial support generated by Cougar Pride is designated to enhance the athletics programs and student-athlete experience.at Caldwell University. Cougar Pride allows supporters to assist with this commitment as our athletics programs strive for excellence on and off the playing field.”

Caldwell student-athletes have been busy in their commitment to service this academic year. Caldwell recently hosted a Title IX Discussion Panel event featuring prominent women in athletics within the New York Metro area in celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of Title IX. Caldwell’s student-athletes participated in the NCAA Division II Diversity and Inclusion campaign in the fall.

In December, Caldwell’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee wrapped up their final meeting before the Christmas break stuffing stockings with donated toys. The stockings were donated to the All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, who will be distributing them to local children in need as well as the Overlook Hospital Pediatrics Unit.

To become a Cougar Pride donor, go to our secure online giving page by clicking here.