An anonymous donor has pledged $1.6 million to 40 Grade 8 students in Leamington, Ont.
The 40 students at Queen of Peace elementary school have each received a $40,000 scholarship, provided these students choose to stay within the Catholic school system.
The donor reportedly approached the Windsor -Essex Catholic District School Board and offered the scholarship to the 40 graduating Grade 8 students.
"He believes in post-secondary education and in Catholic education. He believes in the value of a faith-based education," said Stephen Fields, WECDSB spokesperson.
The identity of the donor has not been revealed due to his choice to remain anonymous.