Alumni Program Assistance Fund
Alumni are one of our greatest assets, and the Office of Alumni Relations is here to help you tap into that potential. Through the Alumni Program Assistance Fund, you can apply for financial and collaborative support to bring your alumni-focused initiatives to life.
Since January 2023, the fund has reconnected more than 300 alumni with MRU through events and programs. Whether you’re planning a speaker series, hands-on workshop or networking event, we’re ready to help you strengthen alumni connections, enhance the student experience and increase your program’s impact.
WHAT INITIATIVES QUALIFY?
✅ Alumni are the primary audience
✅ Priority goes to initiatives that can engage a larger number of alumni in various roles
✅ Extra consideration goes to initiatives that reach a diverse range of alumni
WHAT INITIATIVES DON'T QUALIFY?
⛔ Alumni aren't the primary audience
⛔ Student-only or student club initiatives
⛔ Applications for an alum-led initiative require a faculty or staff member as the lead or co-lead
⛔ Initiatives that don't align with university policies
Any funds you receive through the Program Assistance Fund must be used directly for alumni engagement. Funds may not be used for bursaries or scholarships, sponsorship, internal or operational costs or personal benefit (i.e. conference fees, travel, or professional development).
The benefits
Marketing support
Increase the reach and visibility of your initiative.
Alumni email list
Reach the right alumni audience through targeted outreach.
Monetary support
Offset costs associated with bringing your initiative to life.
Alumni knowledge
Develop strategies that strengthen the alumni experience and your initiative's success.
Enhanced visibility
Build awareness and drive participation.
Applications are OPEN!
Apply for funding or in-kind support for your upcoming alumni initiatives and events. But first, review the eligibility requirements.
The events, programs and initiatives above were supported by the Alumni Program Assistance Fund.
Want to plan something but don't know where to start?
Consider:
- Alumni networking events
- Alumni speaker series and panel discussions
- Alumni recognition and celebration events
- Workshops, mixers, and social events
- Annual or recurring alumni events
- Alumni participation in:
- Open house and recruitment events
- Capstone showcases and portfolio reviews
- Select student events
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Say thanks!
Send your alum volunteer a personalized e-card or letter of gratitude to thank them for their time and share the impact they've made.
Connected with an alum lately?
Let us know if you had an alum attend a recent event, volunteer their time or got involved in one of your initiatives.
Know an alum interested in volunteering?
View upcoming volunteer opportunities, or have them fill out the volunteer interest form.