09724-12 Annual Report_07-08 - Caldwell College

PRESIDENT’S REPORT
WHAT IS THE CALDWELL COLLEGE ANNUAL FUND?
The Caldwell College Annual Fund raises money for unrestricted support,
which targets the most pressing needs of the college.
HOW CAN I SUPPORT IT?
Approximately 90% of undergraduate students here at Caldwell College
receive some form of financial aid. Therefore, scholarship support is
extremely important.
Gifts may be designated to enhance our student life or athletic programs and
to help continue to provide our students with extracurricular elements to round out
their educational experience.
The College is equipped with a number of state-of-the-art computer labs, where
every student, regardless of their financial background, has access to the latest
technology. Gifts to support technology upgrades and maintenance are also
always appreciated.
Affinity Funds
2007-2008
• General Fund – College to determine most pressing need.
• Endowment Fund – To be added to corpus of investment. College uses annual interest payments for
most pressing need.
• Cougar Pride – Annual Fund for Athletics
Cougar Pride provides Cougar fans an opportunity to get involved and play an active role in supporting
Caldwell College Athletics. Gifts can be donated to the general fund which supports degree completion
for student-athletes who use up their eligibility or who are injured and are unable to perform. Gifts may
also be designated by sport, with 10% of each gift restricted for the general fund. All of the financial
support generated by Cougar Pride will be used to enhance the athletic programs at Caldwell College as
determined by the Cougar Pride Executive Board. (http://info.caldwell.edu/athletics/cougar_pride.aspx)
• Paver Project – Make your mark on Caldwell! By offering the sale of pavers, we can succeed in making
the Plaza a permanent tribute to those who have touched our lives and helped make Caldwell College the
outstanding institution that it is today. (http://www.caldwell.edu/giving/paver.aspx)
• Student Scholarships – Invest in the students of Caldwell College. Help our students achieve their
educational goals by donating the assistance they need most. Resources can be directed to a general
scholarship fund, or designated scholarships can be established for a minimum annual donation of
$1,000 per year.
• Student Life – A vibrant and active campus is a key factor in student engagement. Learning outside the
classroom is as important as the lessons taught in class. Your support will directly impact student events, the
frequency of speakers, performers or entertainers on campus, and the quality of programming we provide
our students.
• Technology – Wireless Internet access is continuing to be rolled out across campus. Students can now
research topics at workstations throughout the library, access the Blackboard Class Management System
from their classrooms, or just surf the Internet in their dorm rooms. Your support will be directed towards
finishing this important project, and helping Caldwell keep up with the latest technological advances.
• Academic Programs – Academic rigor is a priority at Caldwell. Your support will help to develop new
programs or assist currently under-funded programs and projects. Gifts can be restricted to academic
department or can be donated to a general fund.
For more information or to make a donation, visit www.caldwell.edu/giving
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