MCLA Pathways Campaign Surpasses $30M Goal
NORTH ADAMS — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) has officially certified that Pathways, the Campaign for MCLA has raised $32.7 million, surpassing its original $25 million goal by nearly $8 million.
The Campaign Cabinet met on April 15 to formally mark the milestone.
With continued momentum and three months left of the campaign, surpassing the fundraising goal early reflects the sustained confidence of alumni, friends, and supporters in the college’s mission and future.
“The success of Pathways, the Campaign for MCLA is a testament to the generosity and belief of our alumni, donors, and friends who share our vision for what MCLA can be,” said MCLA President James Birge. “These resources will directly benefit students for generations to come, and they reflect the kind of institution we have worked hard to become: financially strong, academically excellent, and deeply committed to the people we serve.”
Funds raised through Pathways, the Campaign for MCLA have supported scholarships, athletic facility enhancements, travel opportunities for students, and professional development for faculty members. The campaign’s success has helped the MCLA endowment reach the highest level in the college’s history, and MCLA’s reserve fund has doubled over the past five years to $27 million, reflecting a sustained commitment to long-term financial health.
“Pathways is about creating routes to access, opportunity, and student success. Exceeding our goal ahead of schedule affirms that our community shares a deep commitment to MCLA’s students and to the future of public liberal arts education,” said Susan Gold, parent of an alumna and tri-chair of the Pathways Campaign.
The certification comes at a time of significant momentum for MCLA. The college has launched new academic majors including global studies, nursing, and music, industry and production; welcomed new athletic programs including men’s lacrosse, and men’s and women’s ice hockey; and seen strong growth in deposits for the fall 2026 semester.
