Oonagh and Ralph Linzmeier Pledge Major Gift to Catholic Polytechnic University
Significant commitment strengthens the University’s mission and future
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Catholic Polytechnic University today announced its first-ever seven figure major gift pledge, from Oonagh and Ralph Linzmeier, representing a significant investment in the University’s mission to educate future leaders through academic excellence, innovation, faith, character, and service.
The commitment will provide general support for Catholic Polytechnic University, strengthening the institution’s ability to advance its academic mission and build an enduring university grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition.
“We are deeply grateful to Oonagh and Ralph Linzmeier for their extraordinary generosity and confidence in the vision of Catholic Polytechnic University,” said Dr. Jennifer Nolan, President and CEO of Catholic Polytechnic University. “Their seven-figure commitment represents much more than a financial pledge. It is an investment in the formation of young people who will lead with faith, character, technical excellence, and a commitment to serving society.”
The Linzmeiers’ commitment comes at an important time in the development of Catholic Polytechnic University as it continues building an institution designed to integrate the principles of Catholic higher education with rigorous technical and professional education.
“This generous commitment will have a lasting impact on our University and the generations of students we hope to serve,” Dr. Nolan said. “We are honored by the Linzmeiers’ partnership, coupled with the Fruitful Futures Project and inspired by their belief in what Catholic Polytechnic University can become.”
The pledge will support institutional priorities consistent with the University’s mission, including educational opportunities, academic development, innovation, and the continued growth of the University.
Catholic Polytechnic University is committed to forming graduates prepared not only for professional success, but also for lives of faith, purpose, ethical leadership, and service. The University’s Catholic identity and polytechnic focus seek to unite the intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education with the practical knowledge and technical excellence needed to address the challenges of the future.
"Gifts such as this help create the foundation upon which a university can grow and serve generations of students,” Dr. Nolan said. “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Oonagh and Ralph Linzmeier and the Fruitful Futures Project for their leadership, generosity, and belief in the mission and future of Catholic Polytechnic University.”
Catholic Polytechnic University gratefully acknowledges the Linzmeiers’ commitment and looks forward to the lasting impact of their generosity on the University and its students.
About Catholic Polytechnic University:
Catholic Polytechnic University is a California based nonprofit educational institution dedicated to educating future leaders within the Catholic intellectual tradition through academic excellence, innovation, and a commitment to faith, character, technical excellence, and service to society. The University seeks to form graduates prepared to lead with knowledge, integrity, purpose, and a commitment to serving others.