Creating a Named Memorial Award
Establishing a named award at Carleton University in memory of a loved one is a wonderful way to honour and create a lasting legacy for someone you care about. Each year, when funds are distributed to students, your loved one’s name will be proudly acknowledged and remembered.
Through scholarships and bursaries, donors make education possible and reward the outstanding accomplishments of students.
Scholarships
- Scholarships are awarded for academic merit, to reward talented and high-achieving students in any year of their studies.
Bursaries
- Bursaries support students in need of financial help. Many students experience financial barriers when they attend university, such as tuition fees, basic living costs, and essential study materials such as textbooks and equipment. Without student aid, many students would find it impossible to pursue a university education.
By simply committing to give a minimum of $1,000 per year for 5 consecutive years, a named annual award can be established.
Alternatively, you can establish an endowed award which exists in perpetuity, meaning you will help generations of young people succeed. The minimum amount required to establish an endowed undergraduate award is $25,000. This can be a one-time gift or pledged over 5 years.
Once your award is established, you’ll be kept informed annually about your student recipient and, whenever possible, you’ll receive a personal message from the student you’re helping.
For more information contact the Planned Giving team at 613-520-3636 or by e-mail at plannedgiving@carleton.ca
Carleton Students Say Thank You
"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support. Your gift has had a profound impact on my academic journey as a graduate student in the field of Social Work at Carleton University. I cannot thank you enough for your kindness and generosity. Thanks to your bursary, I have been able to focus on my studies without the added stress of financial burden. This has allowed me to pursue my passion to make a difference in the community with renewed energy and enthusiasm. Your support will not only benefit me but also the individuals and communities I will serve in the future. I feel truly honoured to have received this bursary and I will always remember your support as I work toward achieving my goal of becoming a professional social worker. Your gift has been instrumental in helping me pursue my dreams, and for that, I am forever grateful. Once again, thank you for your generosity and for investing in my future. I will do my best to make the most of this opportunity and to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those I serve."
Jibriil, Master of Social Work Student