Meet our donors

My father’s kindness shaped the way I see the world. He would quietly give to schools or people in need and remind us, “If you give to others, God will give you more, and you will never be empty-handed.” Those words stayed in my heart.

Continuing the great tradition of our university being established by the community, for the community, a new generation of supporters are working together to build Alumni & Community House. Glenn Turner AM explains why he chose to honour one of the University of Newcastle’s greatest friends, the late Dr Bernard 'Bernie' Curran AM, through this project.

"Giving back to the communities we’re part of is very important to us. Providing scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people studying health degrees enables us to make a practical difference in the lives of people living in regional and remote communities."

“When I was growing up, I was lucky enough to be the recipient of some incredible scholarships which positively shaped my upbringing and education.” Dylan Alcott AO

Across the University, our community is united by a desire to make the world a better place. The Staff Donor Collective is one area creating ripples of positive change through regular payroll donations.

The rest of my family didn’t get to go to high school but I received a scholarship and became a physiotherapist. I wouldn’t have had nearly as stimulating a life if I hadn’t had that scholarship.

Hear from four researchers leading life-changing work thanks to the generosity of a gift beyond a lifetime.

Mrs Glenn Moss tells us why her and her late husband Dr Ken Moss give to the University of Newcastle.

Leaving a Legacy - Janet Copley was a tireless political activist and campaigner for social justice in Newcastle and her legacy lives on through the University.

Sahibajot Kaur won the 2018 Commissioner K. G. Hoffman Prize in Urban Design, generously established by alumnus Kevin Hoffman.

Dr Benj Tarsh has decided to leave a gift in his will to assist other international students who share his passion to help others

the Janet Copley Bequest will fund undergraduate and doctoral scholarships and provide seed-funding for researchers across Humanities and Social Sciences