The MaKami College Education Foundation was created to strengthen the support MaKami College already provides. It covers both academic and non-academic costs, such as tuition, supplies, mental health, and living expenses, so students can overcome barriers and finish their programs. Together, the College and the Foundation will continue to expand essential support services to ensure students have the resources they need to succeed.

There are several ways to give. Every donation makes a real difference in a student’s life. You can choose a one-time gift, set up monthly contributions for ongoing impact or make a high-impact donation to create transformational change.

Visit our Giving Opportunities site for more information.

The foundation is located in Edmonton and Calgary, close to our campuses and the students we serve.

We provide wrap-around supports that remove barriers to education. This includes financial assistance for living expenses, ESL training, mental-health support, housing assistance, child care and scholarships for tuition, books and supplies, among other essential resources that help students stay in school and succeed.

Learn more about how your gift can support these initiatives on our Building Pathways to Possibility site.

The foundation was originally conceived as the Queen Esther Foundation in 2010. When MaKami College transitioned into the publicly funded sector in 2025, the foundation was restructured to directly serve the students at the college. From its beginnings, the foundation has remained committed to removing barriers and transforming lives through education.

High-impact donations are extraordinary gifts that allow donors to leave a permanent, transformative impact on MaKami College and the lives of those we serve.

We work closely with each donor to identify a project or program that reflects their vision and values, whether it’s scholarships, capital projects, or innovative student supports.

To begin building your impact, please contact us and let’s create something extraordinary together.

If you have any questions, please use the Contact Us. Our team is here to help and will work with you to provide the information and support you need.

There are many ways to get involved!

You can become a donor and help remove barriers for students, volunteer your time to support our initiatives, attend our events or sign up to receive updates and learn more about our work.

Every action brings you closer to our mission and makes you part of a community committed to transforming lives through education.

Yes. The foundation is a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency, so all eligible donations will receive a charitable tax receipt.

100% of your donation goes directly toward removing barriers to student success. You’ll have the opportunity to choose the project your gift supports, ensuring your contribution aligns with what matters most to you. For details on current projects and donation targets, visit our Building Pathways to Possibility page.

Every dollar donated is used to provide essential academic and non-academic supports that help students achieve their goals.

We serve a diverse range of students who face significant barriers to education. This includes immigrants and newcomers to Canada, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, victims of human trafficking, individuals struggling with addictions, and students experiencing various socio-economic challenges.

Our mission is to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their circumstances.

Our students face a wide range of challenges that can make completing their education difficult. The biggest barriers include financial assistance for living expenses, English as a Second Language (ESL) training, document translation, career counselling, mental health counselling and support, job-skills training, housing assistance, childcare support, and scholarships or bursaries for tuition, books, and supplies, among other essential needs. Your gift helps remove these obstacles and gives students the opportunity to continue their education and achieve their goals.