As charitable giving across Canada continued to face significant drops, Concordia experienced one of the strongest periods of philanthropic engagement in its history.
This momentum was shaped in part by the successful conclusion of the Campaign for Concordia: Next-Gen Now, the most ambitious fundraising effort to be undertaken by our university. Launched with an initial goal of $250 million, the campaign exceeded expectations, leading Concordia to raise its target to a record-setting $350 million.
By the time the campaign concluded on September 30, 2025, it had raised $365 million through the generosity of more than 47,000 donors who supported students, research, teaching and learning across the university. This success was also made possible by the leadership of our co-chairs, Chancellor Gina Cody, MEng 81, PhD 89, Andrew Molson and Lino A. Saputo, BA 89, as well as other key staff and volunteers.
Throughout 2025, Concordia continued to see strong donor participation, with more than $50 million raised for the year. This included significant gains in first-time donors and major commitments, as well as widespread community engagement initiatives such as Giving Tuesday 2025, when 1,608 donors gave $632,000 in support of 92 Concordia-wide causes.
Together, our fundraising success reflects a decade-long trajectory of sustained growth, which underscores the confidence our community places in Concordia and its mission.
Most importantly, our achievements translate into greater access to education, stronger research capacity and enriched learning environments. They stem from a shared belief in what philanthropy can accomplish.
The stories and milestones that follow reflect a future of giving at Concordia that is strong, resilient and filled with promise.
Paul Chesser, BA 94, GrDip 97
Vice-President, Advancement
