chad

Dedicated. Compassionate. Mission-driven. These are just a few of the qualities that define Thomas Claffey, Senior Director of Major & Principal Gifts for Edmundite Missions. Throughout his career, Thomas has been guided by a deep belief that philanthropy is about serving others and creating opportunities for people to make a lasting difference. He earned a B.A. from Bucknell University and began his advancement career with the Jesuits at Saint Peter's University, where he discovered a calling to connect generous people with meaningful missions that transform lives.


As Senior Director of Major & Principal Gifts, Thomas provides strategic leadership for major gifts, principal gifts, planned giving, and transformational philanthropy. Working closely with the President and CEO and collaborating across the Advancement team, he is committed to building meaningful relationships with donors whose generosity advances the work of Edmundite Missions throughout the Deep South.