2024 Leaders Circle Donor Impact Report

Thank you for empowering progress and possibility in 2024

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By supporting teaching, learning and research, you empower our students to achieve their full potential, our faculty to push the boundaries of knowledge and our campus to thrive as a hub of discovery and creativity. Together, we are shaping a future where bold ideas and transformative solutions address the world's most pressing challenges.

Thank you for being an integral part of our journey.

With gratitude,

Nenone Donaldson
Vice-President, Advancement
University of Waterloo

About the Leaders Circle Program

The Leaders Circle is a generous community of donors who give between $1,000 and $24,999 annually. Collectively, Leaders Circle donors gave over $2.5 million last year to areas including scholarships and awards, academic program support, new facilities, the library, athletics and recreation, student wellness and more. Thank you for being part of a community that empowers our students, faculty and researchers to achieve their highest potential.

"Every single penny helps, and as the granddaughter of refugees and the daughter of immigrants, I carry with me my family’s deep value for education. It’s something we’ve always strived for, and being able to continue that trend is incredibly meaningful to me. My mom wasn’t able to go to post-secondary, so being here means so much, not only to me but to my entire family. Making them proud, especially as I start this educational journey and a co-op program that will provide the stability I always wanted growing up, has been emotional and rewarding. Your support has made this possible, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunities that lie ahead because of it."

- Nikki R., scholarship recipient

Impact Stories

Leaders Circle donors gave $2,588,005 to Waterloo in 2024

Top 5 funds supported*:

  1. Waterloo Eye Institute

  2. Conrad Grebel University College Annual Fund

  3. Waterloo Fund

  4. Faculty of Engineering Unrestricted Fund

  5. Faculty of Mathematics Unrestricted Fund

*By number of donors to the fund

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"These funds are of immense significance to me. They not only reduce the financial strain on my family, but also affirm my hard work and dedication. Winning a scholarship is more than just financial support; it is recognition of my efforts and achievements. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the donors who make these scholarships possible."

Scarlett Y., scholarship recipient

Questions?

Contact Annual Giving for more information.