Havergal College & The Havergal College Foundation Impact Report 2020-21

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MESSAGES

I would like to start by extending a safe and happy return to all of our students, faculty and staff as they rejoined the campus, in person, to begin a new school year. This past September marked several milestones for Havergal, as we slowly emerged from the pandemic, welcomed our 13th Principal, Dr. Katrina Samson, and reached a remarkable fundraising goal with the completion of the Limitless Campaign . It is truly an honour to have been a part of this significant project. Since its inception in 2015, we have watched with excitement as Havergal’s new facilities took shape throughout the seasons. The project evolved over time, and it was such an accomplishment to witness our dream become a reality in fall 2020, when the new buildings opened to much fanfare from our students. For those less familiar, the Limitless Campaign is Havergal’s largest fundraising endeavour to date, with the intention of raising $21 million—a goal which was exceeded, achieving an impressive $21.8 million. This is a huge landmark for us and it would certainly not have been possible without the generous donations given by you, our Havergal community.

The Impact Report offers a reflection of the past fiscal year, which has been a time of change, growth and rejuvenation. I hope you enjoy reading the stories from some of our donors and seeing the ways in which their gifts have contributed to our community. As an institution, Havergal has weathered many challenges in its 127-year history, from the First and Second World Wars to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the generosity, strength and dedication of our community have always shone through; I am confident it will continue to do so for generations to come. Once again, I would like to express my gratitude for your support of the Limitless Campaign and our journey to build facilities that inspire learning. Your contributions toward our endeavours equate to support for girls’ education and our future leaders. We could not be prouder of our young learners for the tenacity they have demonstrated during this unprecedented year. Warmest regards,

Debbie Simpson Chair, Havergal College Board of Governors