Centennial College Takes on Giving Tuesday

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The Centennial College community has a big heart! Our philanthropic spirit fuels our vision to transform lives and communities through learning.

Giving Tuesday is our chance to really put our generosity into action and make an impact on the lives of Centennial students. Get involved today!

About Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving and the unofficial opening day of the giving season. It is an opportunity to make a difference by donating, volunteering, encouraging kindness, helping a neighbour and celebrating generosity.

Last year, more than six million Canadians rose to the challenge of donating and doing good things in their communities, joining 150 countries taking part in Giving Tuesday.

This year, Giving Tuesday takes place on Tuesday, December 3.

How Centennial Celebrates Giving Tuesday

Every year, the Office of Development spearheads Centennial’s Giving Tuesday campaign to raise money in support of students experiencing vulnerability.

This year, we’re mobilizing students, staff, faculty, donors and alumni alike to rally around this important annual tradition to uplift lives and strengthen our community!

2024 Campaign: The Student Emergency Fund and The Student Opportunity Fund

For 2024, all donations to our Giving Tuesday campaign will directly support the Student
Emergency Fund and/or the Student Opportunity Fund at Centennial College. The choice is yours!

The Student Emergency Fund is a vital resource that provides immediate support for students facing challenges accessing housing, food or other needs.

The Student Opportunity Fund helps students access a wide variety of learning and skill development opportunities, such as conferences and competitions.

The Centennial College Student Association Inc. has generously offered to MATCH all donations up to a total of $15,000, meaning your impact will be doubled!

DONATE TODAY

You can donate online in support of the Student Emergency Fund and make a difference right now — 100% of your donation will go to students in need!

You can choose which fund you would like your donation to support, or you have the option to split your gift between the two. Donate today!

Click here to donate

Other Ways to Get Involved: #Givingtuesday Events

#GivingTuesday Pre-Service Firefighter Boot Drive at Scarborough Town Centre:

Dates: Wednesday, November 27 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
Location: Scarborough Town Centre Entrance 4 (near Chick-fil-A).

Check out the Giving Tuesday online auction!

We also invite you to check out Centennial’s Giving Tuesday online auction! This exciting opportunity to bid on great items and experiences starts on November 25 and runs until December 3.
Click here to register now or text 647-424-1387 to receive an invitation to register for the auction.

If you have any questions about our Giving Tuesday campaign, including how you can support Centennial students all year round by becoming a monthly or payroll donor, please contact Fiona Ghosh Bedlington in the Office of Development at FBedlington@centennialcollege.ca or 647-278-1004. Thank you again!