One time, monthly, or annual gifts ensure that Lethbridge College can provide extraordinary opportunities to students, meet emerging challenges, undertake new initiatives and keep our momentum going. Current priorities include:

You can help address our students’ most pressing needs, including financial funding.

You  can support Indigenous initiatives across campus – aligning the areas of greatest need with your greatest area of interest.

 

You can help expand the borders of a student’s growth as future professionals and members of the global community.

 

You can help grow the next generation of Alberta producers and industry professionals.

 

By supporting student awards and scholarships, you will have a direct and immediate impact on Lethbridge College students, enabling them to pursue their education without having to worry about their finances. Student awards can benefit students who give back to their communities, prove their academic excellence or demonstrate financial need. Our team will work with you to build an award that reflects your philanthropic vision.

Annual award

• Minimum annual gift of $500
• Personalized naming opportunity and recognition on the Lethbridge College student awards online page.
• Paid annually
• Minimum three year commitment

Charitable tax credit information

Special annual award

• Minimum gift of $1,500
• Personalized naming opportunity and recognition on the Lethbridge College student awards online page.
• Paid once, principal is drawn down
• Interest accrued

Charitable tax credit information

Endowments

• Minimum gift of $25,000
• Personalized naming opportunity and recognition on the Lethbridge College student awards online page.
• Awards are funded/created from ½ of the annual interest. The other ½ supports the growth of the fund
• Award continues in perpetuity

Charitable tax credit information

For an annual taxable income of less than $205,842:

• The first $200 of all your charitable giving entitles you to a tax credit of 25 per cent (10 per cent provincial tax credit and 15 per cent federal tax credit).
• You are entitled to a tax credit of 50 per cent for all charitable gifts exceeding the initial $200 (21 per cent provincial tax credit and 29 per cent federal tax credit).

The Kodiaks have a history dominated by championship titles, individual and team recognitions and academic excellence. It’s a history that is made possible by the generous support of people like you. Here are a few ways you can be part of the Kodiaks team:

Choose your team. When you adopt a Kodiak, you provide significant support to student athletes as they prepare for next years competition.

You can help develop our student athletes in the classroom, on the court and field, and in our community.

With a planned gift to Lethbridge College, you can ensure that your legacy lives on by supporting the creators, makers and innovators of the future.

Leave a bequest

A bequest allows you to make a major charitable contribution that may not be possible during your lifetime, and it reduces taxes payable on your estate. Your lawyer can prepare a new will or add a codicil to an existing will to allow your charitable wishes to be carried out. You remain in control of your assets and you can change your mind should your circumstances require it.

If you let us know that you have included Lethbridge College in your will, we can ensure that we document your wishes and implement them according to your plans. Talk to our team or your lawyer about sample wording to consider for your will. 

Give a gift of securities

Securities are one of the easiest and most effective ways to give immediately or through a gift in your will, while providing you with significant tax advantages. The securities of publicly traded companies that are acceptable by the college are those that are registered for trade at a securities exchange in Canada or the United States. These also include mutual funds and some retirement plans (RRSPs, RRIFs and TFSAs).

We encourage donors to discuss proposed planned gifts with their independent legal, financial and/or tax advisors to make sure that they receive a full and accurate explanation of all aspects of their proposed charitable gift.

Pay tribute to a loved one or mark a major milestone in your life or business while supporting the thinkers, makers and doers of Lethbridge College.  You can make a gift to a current memorial award here.

Be ready to make a direct impact on the lives of Lethbridge College students while getting the chance to win cash for yourself with Lethbridge College’s Pay It Forward 50/50 lottery. A contribution of just $10 a month (or one ticket for $10) will directly support student scholarships and give you the chance to win over $1,000 each month. You can find more information on Pay It Forward here.

As an employee, you are already a leader in giving at Lethbridge College. You know something about making a mark. We also know that flexibility and agility is important, therefore there are many options and ways to make a difference in the lives of our students.

Give through a payroll deduction

Because convenience is key, one time, monthly or annual giving options are available via payroll. Payroll deductions will be reflected on your T4 slip. To donate via payroll, please complete the ‘Internal Donation Form’ below.

Make a gift online

You can make a one time and/or recurring monthly gift online here. A charitable tax receipt will be immediately issued.

Visit our office

To donate in person, please visit the Advancement office (CE2323). One time gifts will be accepted by cash, credit card, debit or a cheque payable to Lethbridge College. *Due to COVID-19, access to Lethbridge College is limited at this time.

Monthly recurring gifts may also be set up through the Advancement office. Payment options outside of payroll deductions and online gifts, include pre-authorized debit (PAD).

Please see the internal donation form below for further information. The form will need to be submitted to Advancement for further processing.

Download Internal Donation Form Download Pre-Authorized Debit Form