--- title: "Manhattan University Receives $3 Million Gift from the Brothers of the Christian Schools" url: "/news/manhattan-university-receives-3-million-gift-brothers-christian-schools" type: article date: 2026-10-19 updated: 2026-10-19 --- # Manhattan University Receives $3 Million Gift from the Brothers of the Christian Schools # Manhattan University Receives $3 Million Gift from the Brothers of the Christian Schools A $3 million gift from the Brothers of the Christian Schools will enhance the student experience and advance Manhattan University's Lasallian mission. Image ![Squeri Hall at Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-07/squeri-hall-campus-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=CKaPlJ5e) **RIVERDALE, N.Y. —** Manhattan University today announced a $3 million gift from the Brothers of the Christian Schools in support of initiatives that will enhance the student experience and strengthen the University’s distinctive Lasallian Catholic mission. The investment will help Manhattan expand opportunities that support students inside and outside the classroom, including programs that foster academic success, personal growth, belonging, leadership and service. Specific allocations will be guided by the University’s strategic priorities and its commitment to ensuring that every student has the resources and experiences needed to thrive. Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is the oldest institution of higher education established by the Brothers of the Christian Schools in the United States. The gift reflects the Brothers’ enduring commitment to Lasallian education and to a tradition centered on faith, community, inclusive excellence, service and respect for the dignity of every person. > “The Brothers of the Christian Schools are proud to deepen our longstanding partnership with Manhattan University through this significant investment in its students,” said the Provincial of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. “For generations, Manhattan has brought the Lasallian mission to life by providing a transformative education, one that joins academic excellence with faith, service and concern for each student. We are pleased to support the University as it creates even more opportunities for students to learn, grow and lead.” “This extraordinary gift is a powerful vote of confidence in Manhattan University and in the promise of our students,” said Frederick Bonato, PhD, President of Manhattan University. “It will enable us to deepen the experiences that define a Manhattan education: rigorous learning, meaningful mentorship, a caring community and opportunities to put knowledge into service. We are profoundly grateful to the Brothers for their leadership and unwavering support of Lasallian education.” For more than 170 years, Manhattan University and the Brothers of the Christian Schools have shared a commitment to educating students of diverse backgrounds and preparing graduates to lead with integrity, compassion and purpose. This new support will help the University carry that mission forward for a new generation of Jaspers. ## Media Contact **Robert Cole** Executive Director of Marketing and Communications Manhattan University Phone: [718-862-7993](tel:7188627993) Email: [Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category%5B236%5D=236) [Rankings & Recognition](/news?category%5B238%5D=238) ### About Manhattan University Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](https://www.manhattan.edu).