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Central Raises More Than $100,000 for Scholarships on Giving Tuesday

Support of Central College and its students continues to be strong, evidenced this week by the generosity of alumni and friends who donated during Giving Tuesday.

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A corner of the expansive new Kuyper Gym women's locker room.

Central Finishes Fundraising for Forever Dutch Initiative

Central College has completed fundraising for the Forever Dutch® initiative, an $18 million project to improve athletics facilities.

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New recessed lifting stations will create more workout space in the Ron Schipper Fitness Center.

Central Club Makes Major Gift for Forever Dutch®

The Central Club has committed $150,000 to the next phase of the Forever Dutch® initiative for fitness center improvements.

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Mary Vanden Berge

Central Receives $431,000 Estate Gift From Mary Vanden Berge

Central College received an estate gift of more than $431,000 from Mary Vanden Berge, a 1967 graduate of the college.

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Journey Scholarship 48-Hour Challenge a Success

Central College’s Journey Scholarship 48-Hour Challenge surpassed its goal, raising more than $185,000 for students.

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Fran De Jong in 1957

Former Central Chaplain Fran De Jong Leaves Gift for College

Central College received an estate gift from Fran De Jong, a 1957 graduate and former chaplain at the college.

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Central’s Fundraising Efforts See 20% Increase For Fiscal Year

Central College enjoyed another record-breaking year in its fundraising efforts for the Journey Scholarship Fund and saw tremendous overall support for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020.

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CARES Act Includes Changes That Affect Donors

The new CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act is designed to help Americans, businesses and nonprofits facing economic hardship during the coronavirus pandemic. This includes changes that affect donors to Central College.

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Central’s Hoo-Rah Day Once Again a Success

Central College held its fourth-annual Hoo-Rah Day on April 7. This year’s focus centered on helping the entire Central family and unleashing the Central Dutch spirit.

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Central Cares Fund Set Up to Help Students in Need

Central College has established the Central Cares Fund to help students experiencing extreme hardship during the coronavirus pandemic.

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