Giving to UCalgary

Your support creates lasting, positive change on our campus, in the community and around the world. Discover the impact of giving and how you can be a part of it.

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World-class kinesiology research facility coming to UCalgary

The University of Calgary will soon be home to one of the most advanced post-secondary research facilities dedicated to the study of human performance, movement and sport science, thanks to an extraordinary $20-million gift from the Taylor Family Foundation. 

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Cenovus advances inclusion through research, and committing to innovation

Cenovus Energy is helping advance inclusion at UCalgary with funding that will improve Indigenous access to university, prepare women in STEM for leadership roles, and more.

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5-year Kennedy Scholarship awarded to Alberta students with powerful stories

As the recipients of the inaugural Kennedy Scholarship, Samuel Ergando and Tanisha Mattapalli bring an undeniable intelligence and drive to succeed to the University of Calgary.

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Meet the donors

Just as a single spark can ignite a roaring flame, philanthropy is the catalyst that starts something special at UCalgary. Meet the donors who are sparking positive change by empowering students, advancing research, driving innovation and more


Taylor Family’s enduring vision shapes the future while honouring the past

Don and Ruth Taylor’s latest gift to UCalgary — set to revolutionize the future of kinesiology — makes the Taylor family the university’s largest individual donor, with their support advancing health, education, history and the arts.

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