GPRC students are directly impacted by the generous support of donors in our community. Donors like you not only impact our Students everyday, but help advance GPRC toward its goal of academic excellence. You can make a meaningful impact with your gift and ensure students have what they need to follow their path to success!
Ways to Give
Adopt-a-Wolf
The Adopt a Wolf program was established to generate financial assistance for GPRC Wolves Athletics teams and clubs. Wolves student-athletes are seeking contributions to help cover expenses, which are not built into existing college budgets.
Awards, Scholarships & Bursaries
Awards, scholarships and bursaries are essential within post-secondary education. As fees increase across Canada, we want to ensure financial need is not a barrier to the success of our students. There are several different opportunities to contribute, please review the options below.
Types of Awards:
A) Named Awards
- Named annual awards start at $1,500/year x 10-year pledge or
- Named endowed awards start at $25,000
B) Named all-inclusive entrance awards. An investment of $30,000/year or a $600,000 endowment will cover school costs for one student’s year of study including tuition, books, housing and living allowance.
C) GPRC Pooled Awards. There is no minimum donation required to support one of GPRC’s three pooled awards. All donations, regardless of size, have a positive impact on student success. Donors who contribute $10.00 or more receive a charitable tax receipt, annual recognition, and a thank you from an award recipient. The contribution to a pooled award can be made in memory, or as a tribute to someone special.
The three pooled awards at GPRC are:
President's Scholarships
GPRC applications from the most recent graduating class of Alberta High School Students that are received by August 1st of each year qualify to be considered for one of the GPRC 50th anniversary awards. Students do not need to apply for this award – all eligible applicants will automatically be considered.
These awards are for scholarships for full tuition and fees in the first year of studies at GPRC and will be granted to top students entering their first year of study at GPRC. Students must confirm acceptance by August 15th in order to be eligible for a full tuition and fees voucher for their first year.
Amount: Varies
Number of awards: Varies
Alumni Awards of Achievement
GPRC is looking to reward students for their academic achievement. Full-time students with top GPAs and who have not already been selected to receive a scholarship valued more than $500 at GPRC will qualify for consideration.
GPRC students eligible for year-end awards may qualify to be considered for one of the Alumni Awards of Achievement. These awards are disbursed at the end of each academic year and will be based on academic achievement in their studies at GPRC in GPRC programs.
Amount: Varies
Number of awards: Varies
Financial Need Bursary
As fees increase across Canada, GPRC wants to ensure financial need is not a barrier to the graduation of our students. GPRC’s Financial Need Bursary offers eligible students who face a financial barrier an opportunity to complete their studies.
GPRC Bursary applications are submitted from November until January-end, with successful applicants being selected in February. Financial need, and other criteria may be considered, such as extracurricular activities and personal circumstances.
Amount: Varies
Number of awards: Varies
For more information, please contact:
| Wendy Knox Interim Manager, Community Engagement, Community Relations | ||
|---|---|---|
 | Office: E217 Phone: (780) 539-2945 Email: WKnox@gprc.ab.ca | |
Corporate Sponsorship
GPRC prides itself on holding two of Grande Prairie’s premier events; The Wolves Classic and The GPRC President’s Ball. Sponsoring these events offers organizations the opportunity to market their business and showcase their community support. We would love to work with you to find a sponsorship opportunity to profile your company and provide recognition that is meaningful to you.
For more information about these events, and how you can get involved, please contact:
| Wendy Knox Interim Manager, Community Engagement, Community Relations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Office: E217 Phone: (780) 539-2945 Email: WKnox@gprc.ab.ca | |
Employee Giving
As a GPRC staff member, payroll deduction is the most convenient way of making your gift. Your recurring investment ensures that students, researchers and programs receive the ongoing support they need for teaching tools and equipment, innovative programming as well as for awards, scholarships and bursaries. This financial support makes the high quality education at GPRC possible. Every gift is appreciated, regardless of the size. The internal pledge form can be found in your GPRC Assistant under Community Relations forms.
For more information about how you can support students as a GPRC staff member please contact:
| Wendy Knox Interim Manager, Community Engagement, Community Relations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Office: E217 Phone: (780) 539-2945 Email: WKnox@gprc.ab.ca | |
Harley-Davidson® Raffle
This year marks the 32nd annual Harley-Davidson® Raffle. Purchase a ticket for a chance to win a 2020 Harley-Davidson® FL- Road King FLHR™ in Billiard Red with GPRC Ready to Ride Safety Lesson valued at $27,476.88. The Harley-Davidson® Raffle raises well over $20,000 a year with proceeds going toward GPRC Fairview initiatives.
Planned Giving
GPRC touches the hearts of students, alumni, and the community. If GPRC has a special meaning to you, help this memory live on by supporting the institution with a Planned Gift. These contributions impact students through scholarships, new equipment and campus improvements. Your support ensures that we make a profound difference for future generations. Often you can achieve significant tax benefits through estate planning. We encourage you to seek professional legal and financial advice.
A legacy gift may be made in a variety of ways including:
- Bequests in your will
- A gift of life insurance
- Portion of your retirement fund
- Annuity
- Trust
- Other residual interest gifts
For more information, please contact:
| Wendy Knox Interim Manager, Community Engagement, Community Relations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Office: E217 Phone: (780) 539-2945 Email: WKnox@gprc.ab.ca | |
How to Give
Online
Donating online is easy! Click on the Donate Now link and fill out the online donation form telling us where you would like to direct your donation.
If you prefer to donate by mail, you can send a one-time gift via cheque or money order payable to Grande Prairie Regional College. Send your donation using the address below.
In Person
Visit GPRC to meet with a member of our team:
E217-Community Relations
Grande Prairie Regional College
10726 106 Ave
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4C4
