Charity Sudbury, ON
This organization is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Registration number: | 118920644RR0001 |
Type: | Private Foundation |
Category: | Advancement of Education |
Subcategory: | Foundations Advancing Education |
Mission Statement
The Fondation Baxter & Alma Ricard’s mission is to support French-speaking Canadians living in minority language situations by providing them with the chance to pursue high-level education at some of the world’s best institutions, without going into debt. The foundation aims to nurture personal growth, collective belonging, and opportunities for collaboration, while encouraging social responsibility and innovative individual development.
Geographic Focus
The foundation is based in Sudbury, Ontario and primarily serves French-speaking Canadians across the country who live in minority language contexts. Its reach is national, as recipients have studied in various Canadian provinces and internationally, demonstrating the foundation’s commitment to supporting Canadians wherever they pursue educational excellence.
Program Highlights
The foundation is best known for its substantial scholarship program, which since 1999 has awarded over 400 scholarships, totaling more than $27 million. These scholarships support graduate and doctoral studies in diverse fields and languages, helping students attend top universities worldwide. Additional program activities include mentorship, networking, and strengthening a vibrant community of scholarship recipients to foster collaboration and leadership among Francophone Canadians.
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