Become a major donor

If you're considering making a major gift, our philanthropy team is here to support you. Your dedicated Philanthropy Manager will guide you through this personal journey, matching gift opportunities to your interests and values to ensure you have the biggest impact possible.

The impact you can make

Photo of Ann Cairns, University of Sheffield supporter — Ann Cairns, University of Sheffield supporter

Helping students in financial need and furthering life-changing research

Alumna and honorary graduate Ann Cairns and her husband Jim are passionate about helping students in financial need, generously giving £108k to fund 36 scholarships over 3 years. Whilst their most recent gift of £250k is set to make a transformative difference to MND and multiple sclerosis research.

Read more about Ann's experiences as a Sheffield donor

Studying at Sheffield changed James’ life. Now he’s helping the next generation come to university and fulfil their potential here.

Raising aspiratons through scholarships and Summer Schools

Studying at Sheffield changed James’ life, he's excelled in his career working for technology and consultancy firms for over 20 years. And now he's giving back to ensure students from all backgrounds can come to university.

Hear why James chooses to help Sheffield students

Giving in a way that suits you

Hannah Jordan smiling to camera — Hannah Jordan, Associate Director of Fundraising, University of Sheffield

Creating your bespoke giving strategy

My team and I would be delighted to speak to you about giving in a way that works for you, ensuring 100% of your gift goes directly to your chosen project.

Contact Hannah Jordan, Associate Director of Fundraising

How to give

There are many ways you can give in a tax efficient manner to maximise the impact you make. We can work with you as an individual, family, Family Officer, charitable trust or foundation, company or Wealth Advisor.

Different ways to give

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Leaving a gift in your Will

Making a gift in your Will is a deeply personal decision, we'd be honoured to advise you on how a lasting legacy can make a difference to the areas you're passionate about.

In the UK, charitable gifts in your Will are taken off the value of your estate before Inheritance Tax is calculated. If 10% or more of your estate is left to charity, your Inheritance Tax rate may also be reduced.

Find out more

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Making a corporate gift

There are many benefits to corporate giving to the University of Sheffield, from employee match-funding to tax relief on gifts from limited companies.

We'd be delighted to discuss partnering with you to support your organisation's environmental, social and governance practices. You or your staff can even take part in our challenge fundraising events, please get in touch to find out more.

Become a corporate partner

Celebrating your support

Our commitment to you

When you become a major supporter, you'll join a powerful community that's shaping the world.

To recognise your support you'll receive:

A personal relationship manager in the philanthropy team to answer any of your questions
Regular updates on the impact of your giving
The opportunity to see the project or people your donation is helping firsthand
Exclusive invitations to events that connect you to Sheffield and celebrate your support

Your impact

Generous supporters make a transformational difference to students, research and the region.

To get a sense of the potential impact you could make, please have a look at the latest edition of our supporter magazine.

Read Your Gift magazine

Meet the philanthropy team

Andrew Harris

Hannah Jordan

Emma Davey

Ruth Stanley

Richard Hardcastle

Helen Alexander-Duncan

David Meadows

Zoe Merryclough

Cat Dale

Be part of Sheffield's vision

Forged in Sheffield, Shaping the Future

Through this transformational campaign you can support projects that you're passionate about: from fostering student success to accelerating world-leading research and fuelling regional growth.

Discover how you can make a difference