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$44,702,926
IN COMMITMENTS RAISED
In the Fiscal Year 2024 (ending June 30, 2024), Goucher College raised more than $44 million in commitments to support our people, programs, and resources! Click the button below for more information about the impact of philanthropy at Goucher.
Over 170
programs and initiatives
were supported by our Goucher community, including:
Global Education
Part of the college’s mission is to cultivate global changemakers. Collaborating with Goucher stakeholders, the program provides students with a global perspective that prepares them to navigate societal issues that transcend geography and nationalities. 100% of Goucher students study abroad with assistance from this program.
Goucher Prison Education Partnership
In its 12th year, the Goucher Prison Education Partnership (GPEP) continues to expand its reach and impact. Last year, five GPEP students earned their Goucher bachelor’s, and five former GPEP students are now enrolled on campus, including a master’s candidate. There are also two children of former GPEP students enrolled at Goucher. Philanthropic gifts fund 80% of GPEP’s budget.
Micro-Internships Program
This growing program saw more than 98 hosts and student participants—the latter receiving payments from the philanthropy-fueled Goucher Internship Fellowship Fund and other internship funds.
$1.2 million
was raised for financial aid and three new scholarships were created in Fiscal Year 2024.
365
students received a named scholarship or fellowship.
of Goucher students receive financial aid, much of which is supported by philanthropy.
20+
$1,753,958
was raised for the
Greater Goucher Fund
The Greater Goucher Fund (GGF) provides funding to the college’s areas of greatest need. Your generosity to the GGF and other unrestricted program funds enables Goucher to invest in the immediate needs of the institution. Last year, the GGF and unrestricted philanthropy supported:
- Programmatic and transportation funds for Community-Based Learning (CBL), providing students with real-world experiences and career skills.
- Environmental sustainability initiatives across campus, including composting and recycling programs.
- Access to professional development resources for faculty in the Natural, Computer & Data Sciences Center.
1,925
alumnae/i donors—a 37% increase!
336
new donors
112
student donors
1,925
alumnae/i donors—a 37% increase!
336
new donors
112
student donors
1,925
alumnae/i donors—a 37% increase!
336
new donors
112
student donors
Planned Giving
Second Century Associates
Planned gifts can transform the lives of future generations and ensure that Goucher College thrives well into its second century.
- Eight new commitments received in FY24
- 470 supporters currently including Goucher College in their estate plans
$55M, the largest gift in Goucher’s history,
was committed as a legacy gift from Anica Donnan Rawnsley ’51 to support scholarships for future generations of students.
Annual Giving
Goucher Challenge 2024
The AAGC challenged the college community to participate in the 2024 giving day and make it the best yet.
- 352 Donors
- $123,033 total raised, including day of and the matching gifts
- Over 60 participants registered as Challenge Advocates. By sharing the AAGC campaign, they raised over $6,000!
Blue & Gold Athletic Giving Week
- Over 900 donors—a 284% increase in donors in one year!
- Over $65,000 for athletics
- 11 teams met or exceeded their donor goals
The [UNDAUNTED] journey culminates with the final project, the Science Innovation Center.
$4.2 Million
in commitments were received in FY24 for the construction of the Science Innovation Center, a key priority of the [UNDAUNTED] Campaign.
7 Donors
sponsored named spaces in the Science Research Center during FY24.
Groundbreaking for the center is anticipated in spring 2025.
With deep appreciation, Goucher College acknowledges Judy C. Lewent ’70 and Mark Shapiro for their generous commitment toward the construction of the center.
Thank you.
Our community of students, donors, and alumnae/i are helping shape the future of Goucher College and ensure its success. Your unwavering support empowers Goucher to uphold the values of a transformative liberal arts education, nurturing curious minds, fostering creativity, and building a vibrant environment for learning. Thank you for being an integral part of the possibility and progress at Goucher!
