This group of alumni, parents, Vermont businesses and friends of Champlain College have demonstrated their strong belief in the College through their annual support at the $1,000 and above level. Annual gifts to the Support-A-Student program, the Single Parent program, or to unrestricted annual needs open new doors to the hundreds of students requiring financial aid. Each year Champlain is faced with more than $1 million in scholarship needs, and through their annual contributions, the Champlain Leaders make a significant difference in the lives of many of our students.

Their investment and enthusiasm has helped to make Champlain a leader in career-oriented higher education. Over 97% of students seeking employment find it within four months of graduation. Employers throughout Vermont and beyond know that Champlain graduates have received the hands-on experience they need to become some of their best employees.

In recognition of contributions of $1,000 or more, Champlain Leaders will join a special group of donors who are invited each year to a President's Luncheon, as well as other special events at the College. Leader's names are listed on a donor plaque in the entrance to the William R. Hauke Family Campus Center.

Contributors of $100 or more are welcomed into one of our giving clubs:

• Champlain College Leaders Circle ($1000 and above)
• The Summit Society (gifts of $500 - $999)
• The Campus Hill Associates (gifts of $250 - $499)
• Friends of Willard and Maple (gifts of $100 - $249)
• G.O.L.D. -- Graduates of the last decade who make a gift of $250 or more to the Annual Fund will be recognized in the Champlain College Leaders Circle