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    The Making Education Work Campaign is the largest fundraising initiative in Simmons' history. Originally the campaign aimed to earn $85 million by June 30, 2015. However, they have far exceeded this goal and are now aiming to earn $100 million. Gifts can vary in monetary value, ranging from $25 to multi-million dollar commitments.

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    The Making Education Work Campaign is the largest fundraising initiative in Simmons' history. Originally the campaign aimed to earn $85 million by June 30, 2015. However, they have far exceeded this goal and are now aiming to earn $100 million. Gifts can vary in monetary value, ranging from $25 to multi-million dollar commitments.

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    The Making Education Work Campaign is the largest fundraising initiative in Simmons' history. Originally the campaign aimed to earn $85 million by June 30, 2015. However, they have far exceeded this goal and are now aiming to earn $100 million. Gifts can vary in monetary value, ranging from $25 to multi-million dollar commitments.

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    The Making Education Work Campaign is the largest fundraising initiative in Simmons' history. Originally the campaign aimed to earn $85 million by June 30, 2015. However, they have far exceeded this goal and are now aiming to earn $100 million. Gifts can vary in monetary value, ranging from $25 to multi-million dollar commitments.

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    Making Education Work

    Campaign Backgrounder
    Mission:
    The energy and generosity of the Simmons community is propelling the landmark Making
    Education Work Campaign toward the June 30, 2015 finish line with a record level of
    philanthropic support for the College. By keeping the Campaign momentum going right through
    June 2015, the community will help ensure Simmons has that many more resources to put to
    work for scholarships and enhancements to our academic program.
    About:
    The Making Education Work (MEW) Campaign is the largest fundraising initiative in
    Simmons history. Initially the campaign aimed to earn $85 million by June 30, 2015. However,
    they have far exceeded this goal and are now aiming to earn $100 million.
    MEW has impacted students across campus. The philanthropy plays a very important role
    in preparing students for meaningful lives and careers. Gifts can vary in monetary value, ranging
    from $25 to multi-million dollar commitments. By becoming part of this campaign, donors
    simply make education work for students at Simmons College. Without it, opportunities and
    even enrollment could very well be impossible. According to the Simmons website, this
    campaign aims to raise funds in order to help Simmons transform lives and inspire leaders to
    influence our community and the world.
    Accomplishments:
    Gifts are given that can be awarded to multiple areas. These include the Simmons Fund,
    Leadership Gifts, endowments, and unrestricted gifts. Funding for sports, study abroad, tuition,
    programs, and Simmons College facilities for students, faculty, and events, are all made possible
    through the MEW Campaign.
    Facts:
    -7 year long campaign
    - Original goal was for 85 million, after recently reaching 93 million, new goal for 100 Million
    -Simmons is unique, theres no other place like us in the world, based on location and
    opportunities and continuing carriers
    -Most of the money comes from smaller donations
    - 70% raised for scholarships
    - 86% of alumni give back within first five years
    Vision: To lower overall cost for Simmons College students so that College overall and activities
    within and outside of academics are available to students.

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    (617)521-2000

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