Brandon University Foundation Annual Report 2012 Brandon University Foundation Annual Report 2012 Greetings from the President of Brandon University Dear Members, Friends and Supporters of the late Henry Champ, Chancellor of the Brandon University Foundation, 2008–2012. We are also encouraged by ongoing discussions with the province Brandon University Our University has experienced government for new mature student Foundation tremendous activity in the past year family housing. and I am pleased to report the results of To further strengthen our community Brandon University Foundation those efforts. Indeed, “results” is a key ties, we threw open the University was incorporated in 1980 word in our review of 2012. doors for the 2nd annual “Winterlude”. with a mission to promote A comprehensive listing of Hundreds of area residents explored the advancement of higher many important accomplishments the campus and classrooms, taking part education at Brandon University can be found in the just-published in demonstrations and meeting faculty and to improve the quality update to the University’s five year members and students. of its facilities and activities. strategic plan, BUILD 2010-2015, including increased The BUILD Fundraising Campaign enjoyed growing Since then, the Foundation has enrollment thanks to a new recruitment strategy and support, especially from the local community. Corporate helped to raise and continues to enhanced on-campus supports for students, new engagement was strong and new initiatives to reach steward over $40 million. courses and programming to increase the education donors outside the province demonstrated that the experience including the Enbridge Dakota Language University holds remarkable value for stakeholders who Executive Scholarship, and a partnership with Assiniboine are not traditional benefactors. Mr. Nathan Peto, President Community College enabling nursing students to We have had a great start on our fundraising Dr. Donna Michaels, Vice-President transfer course credits to BU and complete their campaign and look forward to sharing more good news Mr. Ed Mazer, Past-President Registered Nursing degree. This update will be in the future. Mr. Shawn Chambers, Treasurer available in the Spring 2013 edition of Alumni News, on the BU website, and in print version at the Office Best wishes, Members of the President. Mr. Jeff Cristall Since January, the $24.3 million Healthy Living Ms. Pat Britton Centre has been available for membership use, class Ms. Suzannah Duff time and Bobcat games. We look forward to the Dr. Robin Enns grand opening of the facility in the near future. The Deborah C. Poff, PhD Mr. Jeff Fawcett original gymnasium was renamed in May in honour President and Vice-Chancellor Mr. Brady Knight Ms. Leah LaPlante Mr. Dick McDonald Greetings from the President Mr. Robert McLennan Mr. Chad McNish of Brandon University Foundation Mr. Stephen Montague Dr. William Myers Brandon University Foundation is to walk or jog around the indoor track, Mr. Raymond Thomson continues to address the areas of work out in the cardio fitness facility, Dr. Jay Winburn greatest need at our local University. attend your grandchild’s high school We couldn’t help without the volleyball tournament, cheer on the Ex-Officio generous support we receive from Bobcats, or seek treatment at the Sports our alumni and friends and from the Medicine Centre, I hope you will get to Dr. Deborah Poff community. The current $22 million experience the new Healthy Living Centre BU President & Vice-Chancellor BUILD Campaign raises funds for the very soon. Mr. Scott Lamont construction of the Healthy Living The success of our fundraising is due Vice-President, Centre, to increase scholarships and to the generosity of Brandon University’s Administration & Finance bursary offerings for BU’s students, donors, alumni and volunteers. and to enhance BU’s Aboriginal I thank you for your past and ongoing Ms. Vicki Klassen Student recruitment and success. commitment to BU and hope you’ll consider a future Associate Vice-President BU is focusing on the future by putting its students gift to support our home-town University. Your (External) first, by supporting them in their studies, by providing contributions benefit not only our students but the Her Worship them with modern facilities and by increasing their community as a whole. Thank you for helping us to Mayor Shari Decter Hirst access to student support. BU continues to grow build Brandon University. its programs and services for students. Fundraising plays a key role in the achievement of this goal. Sincerely, The Healthy Living Centre opened in 2012 and was built through the support of our donors. It serves both the Brandon and Westman communities 2 and our BU students and staff. This facility is being Nathan Peto enjoyed by members of all ages. Whether your visit President, Brandon University Foundation Annual Report 2012 Brandon University Foundation Selected Financial Information Selected Financial Information STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION as at December 31, 2012 2012 2011 ASSETS Current Assets 495,699 338,437 Investments 43,931,177 43,190,113 Total Assets $44,426,876 $43,528,550 LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Current Liabilities 968,304 338,700 Deferred Contributions 4,148,164 9,583,087 Net Assets Unrestricted and Internally Restricted Funds 6,621,769 3,371,636 Endowment Funds 32,688,639 30,235,127 Total Liabilities and Net Assets $44,426,876 $43,528,550 SELECTED FINANCIAL INFORMATION Endowment Fund Donations 226,293 279,502 Campaign and Restricted Donations 591,276 1,137,556 Unrestricted Donations 53,476 42,249 Total Donations $871,045 $1,459,307 Gifts in Kind 16,655 297,285 Other Contributions 219,524 319,117 Total Donations and Contributions $1,107,224 $2,075,709 Total Disbursements to Brandon University $7,779,186 $1,777,300 Total Disbursements to Total Disbursements to Brandon University, 2012: $7,779,187 Brandon University Since 1980: $38,813,607 $2,048,688 5.3% $4,862.091 12.5% $5,355,223 $11,845,855 30.5% 68.8% $249,537 $2,152,690 n Academic Initiatives 3.2% 5.5% n Academic Support $29,420 0.4% n Buildings and Equipment $207,107 2.7% n Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations n Library Resources $1,150,879 n Research 14.8% n Scholarships and Bursaries n $2,118,757 $11,964,773 Other Initiatives 5.5% 30.8% $426,199 $1,156,905 $118,411 $242,411 5.5% 3.0% $2,663,848 1.5% 3.1% 6.9% Net Assets Held by the Brandon University Foundation 3 Brandon University Foundation Annual Report 2012 Henry Champ Gymnasium During a commemorative naming ceremony attended by family, friends and the public, the Henry Champ Gymnasium was officially dedicated on May 2nd. Opened in 1965, the Henry Champ Gymnasium has been Henry Champ Gymnasium home to four Canadian university national championship teams. The 10,853 sq. ft. multi-use sports and recreation space has undergone a year-long refurbishing as part of the $24.3-million dollar Health Living Centre development. Among the upgrades are a refinished hardwood floor, all new paint including the classic Brandon University Bobcats logo on a feature wall, a refurbished stage and reconfigured mezzanine featuring Brandon Sun configurable space for meetings or sports plus a new judge’s booth overlooking the gym. A true sports enthusiast, the late Henry Champ was BU Photo courtesy of Chancellor from 2008 to 2012. L-R: Dr. Deborah Poff and Karen DeYoung unveil the “During his student days at Brandon University, Henry was commemorative signage at the HLC. a good athlete and passionate supporter,” says BU President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Deborah Poff. “He stayed connected to BU sports through his entire life and recruited top athletes “During his student days at to campus. Our University is a better place because of Henry Brandon University, Henry was Champ’s dedication and commitment.” A native of Hartney, MB, Henry attended BU in 1957 and a good athlete and passionate 1958. He would travel the world through the next five decades; one of the world’s top foreign correspondents reporting from supporter… Our University places including El Salvador, Nicaragua, Chile, the Middle East, is a better place because of Vietnam and Washington, DC. Despite his globe-trotting career, Henry never forgot his Henry Champ’s dedication Wheat City roots, serving BU in many capacities including as and commitment.” member of the Brandon University Foundation. In 2005 he was awarded an honorary doctor of laws degree for his service. – Dr. Deborah Poff, BU President and Vice-Chancellor 4 During Blue & Gold Days in January 2013, tour guides were overwhelmed Tours of the Great-West Life Fitness Centre during Blue & Gold Days. with the response as several hundred people toured the new facility. Annual Report 2012 Brandon University Foundation Healthy Living Centre at Brandon University Healthy Living Centre at Brandon University Since January, Brandon University’s Healthy Living Centre (HLC) has become a community hub for athletics, wellness and recreation activities. The 80,000 sq. ft. facility features three gymnasiums, the region’s only indoor walking/jogging track, and a state-of-the- art fitness room with computer-linked workout equipment. Interest in the HLC has been keen and continues to grow. Hundreds of residents toured the HLC during an open house in January 2013. To date, more than 1,000 University students have registered to use the many amenities and over 1,100 residents have purchased HLC memberships. Community events at the HLC are engaging participants from all sectors. The Brandon Chamber of Commerce “After 5” mix-and-mingle drew a larger-than-average crowd of business professionals. A noon hour walk-a-thon with costumed teams raised more than $5,000 for the HLC. Individuals and corporations have been gracious financial supporters, demonstrating a strong commitment to the importance of the HLC in the community.