Dear Friends,

Each year in this role, I am reminded of what makes NECO exceptional. It is not one thing. It is the combination of dedicated students who choose this institution because they believe in its mission, faculty who push the boundaries of clinical education and research, alumni who carry the NECO name into communities around the world, and donors and partners whose generosity makes it all possible. Together, this community forms something greater than any single contribution, and it is the Board’s honor to serve as its stewards.

As its stewards, I’m proud to report that the College’s fiscal position is sound, our endowment is healthy, and our leadership team is managing resources with discipline and foresight. That stability is not accidental. It is the result of careful governance, strategic decision-making, and your continued philanthropic support. Philanthropic gifts fund scholarships, strengthen clinical education, support faculty and research, and sustain the programs that define a NECO education.

As you will read in this annual report, the inspiration for your gifts are as diverse as our community, but they share a common thread: a deep and personal connection to this College and investment in its mission. Without your generosity, the NECO experience would look very different. Your contributions are not supplemental to the financial stability of this institution. They are foundational.

I want you to know that your Board is personally committed to this institution as well. We do not ask of others what we are not willing to do ourselves. Our trustees give generously of their time, expertise, and financial resources. The Board’s own contributions reflect our belief in NECO’s mission and our certainty in its leadership. We are invested because we believe in where this institution is headed, and we confidently invite you to join us in that investment.

On behalf of the entire Board of Trustees, thank you. Thank you for your generosity, your loyalty, and your belief in this institution. Your support is the cornerstone of NECO’s future, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership.

Looking ahead, I see a year of extraordinary opportunity for NECO. The strategic plan is in motion. We are expanding and modernizing our clinical facilities. Our students are more prepared than ever to meet the demands of a changing healthcare landscape. And our community of supporters is dedicated. But the ambitions ahead require sustained, increased philanthropic support. We are counting on you.

With appreciation,