Donor Impact Stories

The generous support of Ellan Ben-Hayon ’96 and his family and friends pays tribute to his deceased brothers and creates lasting opportunities for students

New museum and learning center will chronicle history of Hinchliffe and serve as educational resource for Paterson and Montclair State University students

Alumni Frank Colombo ’12, Drew Heimlich ’12 and Frank Nelson ’84 are “Paying it Forward” with a scholarship and mentoring initiative that spans generations and springboards students to success.

More than 100 guests attend screening of highly acclaimed documentary

The PSEG Institute for Sustainability Studies Green Teams internship prepared Yvette Viasus ’20 to advocate for broad access to renewable energy and launched her career trajectory.

Montclair and ADP have long worked together to prepare the coming generations of business leaders, a collaboration that provides students with cutting-edge programs, alumni mentoring and more to pave the way to career success.

Essex County (NJ) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated supports Montclair students with in-kind donations to the Red Hawk Pantry and Rocky’s Closet

Christos Hatzoglou, raised in impoverished, war-torn Greece before immigrating to North America, was passionate about learning. In memory of his life’s journey, his daughter – and Montclair staffer – Maria Otto created a scholarship for students majoring in the Classics or Latin.

Annual Red Hawk Open raises more than $110,000 for student athletes and programs

Carpe Diem Society holds recognition luncheon to honor members’ commitment to Montclair’s future

For Mary Ann (Leonard) ’70 and Michael ’70 Siklosi, Montclair degrees provided a solid foundation for graduate school and successful careers at Procter & Gamble. Their time at Montclair also paved the way to a happy life together. In 2021, their family celebrated the Siklosi’s 50th wedding anniversary with a special gift to reward high achieving chemistry majors.

A loyal donor for the past 40 years, Kenneth Malmud ’76 is inspired by the education and leadership opportunities he received – and that are still being offered to hardworking students who rely on Montclair’s affordability and excellence.