Annual Donor Impact Report 2024

A message from

Dr. Craig Stephenson

Dr. Craig Stephenson

President and CEO

Centennial College

A message from

Sandra Harris

Sandra Harris,

Executive Director

Office of Development

Centennial College

Centennial’s vision of transforming

lives and communities through

learning is brought to life every day

of the week via: the work of faculty

and staff; our partnerships with

employers and; with yourselves,

our donors.

Thanks to your contributions to

the Giving Tuesday Campaign,

the Student Emergency Fund

has ensured 600 students have

remained to pursue their academic

goals, where they may have

otherwise dropped out. And as

a result of your sterling efforts…

drum roll please… our endowment

As we reflect on the 2023-2024

academic year, I am filled with

deep appreciation for the incredible

support we have received from the

Centennial College community.

Thanks to the enduring generosity of

community members, foundations,

and corporate partners, our donorfunded

scholarship and award

program continues to grow, making a

meaningful difference in the lives of

our students.

This year, we are especially proud

to continue supporting skilled

trades students and those pursuing

sustainability-focused programs—

efforts that are shaping the future of

our industries, communities, and our

world.

has reached $51.2 million. A

remarkable leap from $400,000

just two decades ago! Your support

has enabled us to award over $1.5

million in donor-funded scholarships

and awards, supporting more than

1,400 students; the largest total to

date!

This enduring legacy will continue

to enable student success, fund

special projects, and address urgent

needs for generations to come.

Thank you... thank you for investing

in this gem of an institution and for

getting firmly behind our students

and their future.

Thanks to your unwavering support,

we have also been able to fund key

organizational priorities and provide

student emergency support during

times of crisis.

On behalf of the entire Centennial

College community, I extend my

heartfelt thanks. Your generosity

empowers students to achieve

their dreams and make lasting

contributions to society. Your

support, no matter the size, is

transforming lives, and we are deeply

grateful for everything you do.

Warm regards,

Sandra

Student Awards Night

Student Awards Night is a yearly celebration that honours students for their academic and personal

accomplishments, while also acknowledging the generous support of Centennial’s donors. This special event

provides students with the chance to connect with and express their gratitude to the donors who have contributed

to their educational success

Thank you for

your generosity

and unwavering

support of our

students!

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