Cardigan Reaches Major Funding Milestone for Gates Program Endowment

Cardigan Mountain School has reached an important milestone in its long-term plan to fully endow the Gates Program, securing $5 million in commitments since 2021. This achievement marks the halfway point toward funding the program’s operating expenses in perpetuity—ensuring the continuation of Cardigan’s signature, hands-on approach to innovation, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning. Thanks to the generosity of families, alumni, trustees, and friends, the Gates Program continues to grow, from robotics successes to creative lab projects, positioning students for bold, future-ready learning.

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