Campaign for Momentous Change
This campaign is inspired by Trent’s history of significance, our future of optimism, and this moment of momentum.This is Trent University’s $100 Million Campaign for Momentous Change.
Of great importance or significance, especially in its bearing on the future.
No matter how you give, or how much you give, your impact is Momentous. We invite you to reach out to our Philanthropy team should you prefer a personal discussion.
Our most generous donors create truly Momentous Change. Should you have an interest in leadership giving, we invite you to reach out to our Philanthropy team for a personal discussion.
Jarislowsky Chair to educate next generation of politicians and public sector leaders in ethics, democratic values and responsible governance within the contexts of Canada’s diverse citizenry.
Trent University creates its largest-ever endowed bursary intended to support local students with financial barriers thanks to a $2.5-million gift from the Joyce Family Foundation.
William B. Reid Graduate Scholarship allows Indigenous graduate students to deepen their understanding in a chosen field to bring about momentous change in their home communities.
TD Bank gift helps fund ecologist for best practice approach to enhancing natural spaces and wildlife habitats in the 868-acre University Green Network on Trent’s Symons Campus.
$100,000 gift from Doreen J. Stewart helps remove barriers for rural nursing students who are compassionate and critical thinkers, creating social change by promoting health and well-being.
Carol and Ralph Ingleton, nature lovers and environmental educators, believe in the power of community-based research to drive meaningful change and protect our natural resources.
Alumna Karen Wickerson ’87 creates faculty grants to fund course-based universal design strategies intended to support diverse student learning needs and address barriers to learning.
Campaign transforms Trent Durham campus by creating first residence building and increasing student support through scholarships, bursaries and new experiential learning opportunities.
The Trent Fund gives students like Mika access to on-campus employment, financial aid, experiential learning opportunities, mentoring, on-campus safety, and health and wellness supports.
The Trent community joined forces on Trent Day (April 4) by raising $462,525 to support students and programs and setting a new single-day record of increasing monthly supporters.
A $1.2-million gift to Trent University will support Trent’s community-based research by doubling the number of students and community organizations able to participate in the impactful program
$250,000 gift to the Bryan P. Davies Heritage Fund is the most recent investment from past board chair Bryan Davies who has enjoyed a lifelong passion for architecture
Jeremiah F. Coughlan Foundation donates $517,500 to create three annual scholarships and emergency funding for students who have shown resilience in face of adversity
Generous donation from Elizabeth Wills-Edwards ’08 supports bursary for students who have lived under Extended Society Care
$207,000 gift from Gavin Marshall ’76 includes donation to Trent University Nursing students who travel to remote villages in Central America to provide primary health care
Alumnus and Ph.D. candidate William Kim ’15 takes home Award for Excellence in Teaching Assistance during the annual Celebration of Faculty Excellence in Teaching and Research
Inclusive performance space named after the late Jalynn Bennett who challenged Trent to do something ‘bold, audacious and effective’ with her generous $1.3M estate gift
Whether it’s through the beautiful scenic trails, wetlands or wildlife habitats, Trent remains an active caretaker of the land thanks to the generous support of philanthropists David and Patricia Morton
Trent University’s 2022-23 Momentous Change Impact Report outlines the vision of generous supporters who are transforming student lives, programs, Colleges, and campus architecture
Gift from past Trent board chair Anne Wright will provide a new tipi and updates to the Indigenous Student Space
Experiential learning for political studies students integral to success of groundbreaking Jarislowsky program
Momentous Alumni & Friends Event just one of several cross-country gatherings this year
Four-year commitment provides reliable support for increased student success, meaningful engagement with local communities
Fish-tracking project through Trent Aquatic Research Program offers important new data to help conserve Stoney Lake while offering hands-on learning for students
Trent Centre for Aging & Society will offer a new M.A. in Interdisciplinary Aging Studies this Fall as it continues groundbreaking work
Michael English '72 and Marley Waiser '71 support the scholarship for Trent students in the School of the Environment in honour of their late parents who had strong connections to the University
Peterborough lawyer Karen Sisson ’78 (Lady Eaton College) outlines how remembering organizations in a will allows clients to ‘live on’ in places that meant a great deal to them
Unique Trent Farm provides solutions for global issues of sustainable agriculture, food security and combatting climate change
Hundreds of Trent University alumni and friends have now gathered in a series of international events including a whirlwind tour over the past two weeks through New York City (NYC), Ottawa, Montreal, and Kingston, Ont.
The Campaign for Momentous Change now over halfway to $100M goal to support students, research, colleges, and spaces
Gift from community member Brad Holland to enhance food security for Trent University students across both campuses
First-ever Humanities and Social Sciences Celebration of Excellence honours longstanding commitment from supporters and faculty
Provincial award recognizes recipients’ continuous service to the University and society
On National Philanthropy Day (November 15), Trent University thanks all supporters for their generosity and celebrates 'Potential' Pinecone Sculpture Series
On Giving Tuesday, world’s largest generosity movement, President Leo Groarke asks Trent Family to support students through monthly gift to the Trent Fund
Supporters more than double last year’s gifts while also increasing monthly giving to rally behind Trent’s Campaign for Momentous Change
Degrassi franchise, produced by Chancellor Stephen Stohn '66 and created by Campaign for Momentous Change leader Linda Schuyler ’18 (hon), receives national honour during Toronto celebration
Cameron Bailey delivered two powerful lectures at Trent University as part of the Community Speaker Series
Siobhan Cadigan says 2023-24 Board of Governor’s Leadership Scholarship allows her time to gain valuable experiential learning on her journey to becoming a teacher
Beloved retired University staff member left speechless when daughter and son-in-law – both Trent alum - establish scholarship in her honour
Gift from Estate of Eleanor McClelland-Mott ’72 supports Bata Library to purchase print materials with focus on Canadian and children’s literature
University appreciates all support – large and small – including local fundraiser through Brealey Drive Animal Clinic
Recent alumni gatherings in Los Angeles and Fort Lauderdale are the latest in a series of international events with Trent senior leadership team
Wickerson Foundation funds faculty projects that examine best practices in accessible education
Gift from Martha Wilder ’74 to Campaign for Momentous Change supports experiential learning, revitalizes heritage space, and digitizes Canadian history material in Trent Archives
Record-breaking philanthropy, community service, and spirit mark fourth annual Trent Day
A gift from Trent University’s first Chemistry professor Dr. Robert Stairs establishes new scholarships, prizes, and a seminar series
Gift from colleagues, friends of Trent professor to establish endowment in support of the annual event
The generous support from TD will help elevate Trent University's environmental stewardship efforts through enhanced University Green Network (UGN)
Philanthropists Edmond and Sylvia Vanhaverbeke support medicine garden, bring nationally significant art to life on campus, and support students through scholarships, prizes, and employment
Trent University offers gratitude to all our supporters for their optimism and steadfast support of our students and researchers whose important work is tackling some of the world’s most pressing issues.
Winning entries feature powerful video of Indigenous poem and innovative LinkedIn campaign for transfer students
Trent research by Laura Page ’20 (Champlain College) explores the problem of bias in opinion polls and major-media reporting during elections
Two new rowing shells made possible through generosity of several rowing alumni
Dr. Peter Suedfeld inspires Trent community during inaugural Max Eisen Lecture, generously made possible by philanthropy
The Trent Research Farm continues to grow and enhance small-scale agriculture teaching and research thanks in part to generosity of Karen Wickerson ‘87 (Champlain College)
Trent uniquely poised to be world leader for the most pressing issue of our time
Thanks to generous and inspirational support, Trent University is celebrating its 60th anniversary in a position of strength
Trent University’s urgent need fund, the Trent Fund, supports the creation of an all-new Sustainability Outreach Program
Trent community raises over $500,000 for students’ experience and academic achievement
How supporters transformed Raven's journey at Trent University
From family ties to lifelong support, Anne-Marie Prendiville ’69 and John Gillies inspire musical creativity, academic excellence, and community spirit at the University
Generously supported by philanthropy, the new spaces at Trent Durham GTA offer privacy, soft lighting, children’s books, and a nearby fridge for storing milk
How one prize, generously supported by philanthropy, recognized a lifelong journey of learning
Supported by philanthropy, this Trent University bursary helps students overcome systemic barriers to higher education