Our major
philanthropists
Major philanthropists choose Centraide to contribute to the social development of Greater Montreal and provide a safety net for vulnerable members of the population. Their enthusiasm and generosity are a great source of strength.
Major Donors contribute to Centraide with personal donations of $10,000 or more. They form a network of more than 800 donors in the Major Donors’ Circle, which is overseen by the Major Donors Cabinet, a group of influential volunteers who personally solicit donations from their peers.
It is with immense honor and great pride, that I begin my mandate as President of the Major Donors’ Circle. Supporting Centraide means acting for an inclusive Greater Montreal without poverty. More than 25 years after my father, I’m incredibly enthusiastic about taking over and continuing the work of all the great leaders, who have inspired generations of philanthropists to make a difference. I also want to express my deepest gratitude to Eric La Flèche, who preceded me, for his incredible commitment and dedication over the past years.”
Paul Desmarais III, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Sagard
As a member of the Major Donors’ Circle, you’ll receive :
- A recognition cocktail offered exclusively to the members of the Circle.
- A personal meeting with a Centraide representative about community issues and philanthropic objectives.
- Activities in organizations supported by Centraide.
- Networking opportunities with people from all walks of life in the Greater Montreal Community.
- Recognition in the Major Donors Directory.
Since its creation in 1990, the Marcelle and Jean Coutu Foundation has worked with Centraide as a trusted partner. Choosing the best allies for your mission is key, and Centraide has always shown a unique ability to bring people together, mobilize resources, and create solutions to maximize our community impact. Its effectiveness and unifying role make it a vital choice to strengthen the Montreal community and support its most vulnerable members.”
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We feel blessed to live in Montreal, Quebec and Canada, where democratic values and individual liberty reign supreme. As three proud Montreal families, we appreciate this blessing. Centraide provides support with dignity and respect to Montreal residents who live in or near poverty. Nothing conveys gratitude better than giving back.”
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I firmly believe that we must invest in education and fighting poverty in Montreal. Many social problems, such as violence and crime, are linked to poverty. If people don’t have food or shelter, other problems arise. Quebec is growing fast thanks to immigration and it’s imperative to make sure newcomers can integrate, find jobs and build new lives.”
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By supporting Centraide, we are able to make a difference for a multitude of causes and needs in Montreal, a city of many challenges. We are helping to solve many problems at once.We are also impressed by Centraide’s ability to adapt quickly to our society’s pressing problems. Whether it’s the housing crisis, food insecurity or integrating newcomers, Centraide is there to meet the needs of the day and provide concrete, effective support where it’s required.”
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I firmly believe that it is our responsibility to make a positive contribution to our society. We are all in this together; we share a common destiny. Each of us has a responsibility to shoulder some of the social burden and give back to the community, especially if we’ve been fortunate enough to receive.”
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We believe it is our duty to help where we can and are fortunate to be able to support many fantastic organizations in Canada and beyond to help tackle issues ranging from hunger and homelessness to health and education.”
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THANKS TO MAJOR DONORS
This directory presents all the Major donors who have contributed to Centraide over the past year. Find out by filtering your search by name or by donor category.
Major Donors and Gold Leaders Directory 2023
The list of donors who have contributed to Centraide with a personal donation of $5,000 or more, punctuated by eloquent testimonials.
