Mercy University

Mercy University

Mercy University was established in 1950. James B. Jenkins serves as chairman of its board of trustees. The institution originated as a private research university focused on higher education access. The endowment holds positions across diversified strategies that include buyouts and fund-of-funds commitments. Asset classes span public equities, fixed income, and real assets tied to its three campuses. Confirmed holdings support operations at the Dobbs Ferry main campus and the Manhattan and Bronx locations. Geographic exposure centers on the United States with primary activity in New York. The university employs 894 staff across its sites. Additional offices operate in Manhattan and the Bronx. A dated event includes sponsorship of the Business Leaders Conversation on NYC's Economic Future in March 2026. The Robert and Kate Niehaus Foundation provides major philanthropic support through the Mercy Scholars Program. Board governance integrates trustees with external affiliations at firms such as GCP Capital Partners and First Manhattan Consulting Group. This structure separates endowment management from direct university operations while maintaining oversight through named board members.