In the spirit of Giving Tuesday, we are honoured to share the voices of MacEwan alumni who have become philanthropic pillars, generously supporting MacEwan students.
These quotes from our alumni, who now stand as donors, serve as a reminder of the profound impact that education can have on one’s life. Their sentiments encapsulate the transformative power of education, paying homage to the institution that laid the foundation for their success and now inspires them to pay it forward for the next generation of MacEwan students.
Justin Yaassoub, Bachelor of Arts ’11 and Distinguished Alumni Award ’18
“By offering financial support to students, I aspire to ease the burdens that may accompany their academic journey. Ultimately, the impact of the {Sgt. Andrew Doiron] bursary extends beyond the recipients—it resonates within the broader alumni community. It is a call to action, a reminder that the legacy of a warrior rests in the hands of each citizen. As an alum, I am honoured to contribute to this legacy and play my part in keeping the warrior spirit alive within the MacEwan community.”
Vivian Binnema, Public Relations ʻ14
“MacEwan helped me kick-start my career, so a planned gift is a way of giving back. Leaving something in my will for university students feels like making an investment toward a brighter future. My hope is that it will go towards existing scholarships and help a number of students that way.” Read more about Vivian’s support for Planned Giving.
Shani Gwin, Public Relations ’10
“We would love to keep contributing to see more diversity in post-secondary, and also in our field. If there’s any way that we can lift our community up and support them on their journey to economic sovereignty, we will.” Read more about the pipikwan pêhtâkwan and FKA Design Bursary.
Avery Johnson, Bachelor of Arts '11 and Kady Risby, Bachelor of Arts, '14
"We both know how valuable it can be to students to receive a monetary award during the pursuit of their studies. We were grateful to receive awards when we were students, and we knew that as soon as we were in the position to help give back, we would." Read more about the Kaden Ave Leadership Award.
Cam McCoy, Bachelor of Commerce, '15
"My grandfather was a big part of MacEwan. When it came to our education, he always wanted us to do what we love. And so, it made sense to support his legacy and give back to MacEwan, where programs enrich and support students." Read more about the McCoy Foundation.