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Since August 2007 we have now raised over £18 million in gifts and pledges towards the target of £30 million.  We have been helped considerably by two fundraising boards composed of alumni – The Campaign Boards, chaired jointly by John Booth (1976) and Charles Manby (1976) and the Americas Capital Gifts Group, chaired by David Harvey (1957).

 

Campaign comes to Mertonians’ Doorsteps

A copy of the campaign brochure was sent out in July to every Mertonian, Parent and Friend for whom we have contact details. 

Take a look at or download the PDF copy below.

 

Campaign Launched

Merton’s 750th Anniversary Campaign, Sustaining Excellence was formally launched on Tuesday, May 24th at a reception at Drapers Hall, London, attended by 300 Mertonians and Friends of the College. Professor Martin Rees (Lord Rees of Ludlow) spoke about 'The Future of Higher Education: Whither Oxbridge?' The Campaign was launched by the Warden, Sir Martin Taylor, and the two Co-Chairs of the Campaign: John Booth and Charles Manby (1976).

At the time of the launch, £15.75 million had been raised in gifts and pledges towards the Campaign since August 2007.  19% of the money donated towards the Campaign has come in via the Annual Fund (gifts under £25,000) and we are grateful to the hundreds of contributors who have made donations during this time. Every gift, great or small, makes a difference and encourages others to give. We aim to increase the overall participation level from 20% to 30% of all College members during the course of the Campaign.

The event was also covered by the University website.

 

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