Keystone of Concordia’s annual fund
Leadership is more than a position. It’s a philosophy, rooted in a vision of change, and an ability to inspire and equip others to participate in making that change.
At Concordia, we define Leadership gifts as annual donations of $500 or greater.
Leadership donors represent just 12% of all annual donors but contribute more than 70% of funds raised. Concordia’s annual campaign simply wouldn’t be the same without them!
This generous support directly sustains Concordia’s mission, provides flexibility and paves the way for progress.
When you contribute at the Leadership level, you:
- Maximize your impact
Leadership gifts significantly amplify the university’s ability to provide for its students, and respond to unexpected hurdles and opportunities - Empower others
Leaders rejoice in the success of others. Your support helps students develop their talents, expand their horizons and contribute positively to society. - Inspire change
With your Leadership level support, you directly enable Concordia to remain dynamic and accessible. Your gifts create momentum for new initiatives, building a launching pad for their growth and demonstrating their worth for longer-term investments.
What your Leadership gift can do
With your annual Leadership gift of $500 or more, you can:
- Provide unrestricted support to allow the university to respond unexpected challenges and opportunities with agility in an ever-evolving educational landscape
- Direct your gift to the faculty or academic department of your choice to support the priorities of deans and department chairs and the program-specific needs of their students
- Supplement classroom learning through invaluable hands-on extra-curricular programs, giving students a chance to network beyond the university and develop as budding professionals
- Expand experiential learning opportunities, such as internships, global exchanges and community engagement projects
- Fund scholarship and bursaries tor talented students facing financial barriers
- Enhance student services, which include health and wellness support, career planning programs, and learning services to help students excel in the classroom and beyond
- Support the Stingers varsity teams with resources for new and improved equipment and facilities, funding to offset travel and competition expenses, and financial aid for student athletes
- Grow the library’s collections of print and digital resources, as well as academic journal subscriptions
Ways to donate at the Leadership level
Some donors choose to make one-time gifts, divide their gifts into monthly credit card instalments, or even commit to a multi-year pledge.
Other options for making a Leadership-level impact include:
Naming Opportunities
Leave a lasting legacy by associating your name, or that of a loved one, with a university initiative that’s meaningful to you. Naming opportunities for Leadership donors include named scholarships, bursaries, and awards, as well as named development funds to offer broadly restricted support to popular designations, such as the four faculties, the Concordia Library, and Recreation and Athletics.
Gifts of Securities
Maximize your impact with tax-efficient giving. Donating stocks, bonds, or other securities may offer significant financial benefits while supporting Concordia’s mission.
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)
Contribute through your donor-advised fund, a charitable account established within a public foundation or charity. If you have an existing DAF, you can recommend a grant to Concordia and help drive meaningful change in the areas that matter most to you.
Matching Gifts
Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double or even triple your donation. Check with your employer to see if your contribution qualifies for a match.
“I was able to challenge myself and my ambitions through Concordia's Building Engineering program. I created an award for a female student in the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, to encourage women in STEM.
The award is an expression of gratitude to those who played a role in my education. What better place to pay it forward than with the university that opened the door for me to pursue my passion in engineering.”
— Mercy Quarshie, BEng 11
Your philanthropy matters
Your Leadership gift ensures that your philanthropic goals and personal values guide your impact. Our team collaborates with you, quickly and easily, to align your gift with the areas you care about most. When your gift directly supports your passions, it becomes more than a donation — it becomes a powerful statement of your values.
Join Concordia’s distinguished philanthropists by giving at the Leadership level today. Your support will help shape the success of Concordia and its students, year after year.
Lead by example. Lead with impact. Lead with Concordia.
To discuss your options for making a Leadership gift, contact the Annual Giving team at giving@concordia.ca or call 514-848-2424 ext. 3884.