Giving

Your contribution will have an impact and help to address society’s most pressing challenges. A gift to the ‘What if…’ campaign will change lives.

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You can make a donation to the area you feel most passionate about, or let us use your gift where it’s needed most.

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Our priority areas

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Environment and sustainability

The world is changing quickly and protecting our natural environment has never been more important. Help us protect our planet for future generations.
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Student experience

Help students achieve their ambitions through scholarships which change lives and through access to an unrivalled student experience.
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Creativity

Support state-of-the-art facilities, students and projects for creative excellence on campus and in our community.
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Health and wellbeing

Help us address healthcare inequities and make breakthrough discoveries that save lives.
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Innovation & entrepreneurship

Invest in our entrepreneurs and innovators and find answers to some of the world’s most pressing societal and economic issues.
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University’s greatest need

Gifts to this fund will be allocated by the Vice-Chancellor to areas of greatest need at Victoria University of Wellington.
Harry Fergus, 2019 L.T. McGuinness Scholarship recipient.

Being awarded my scholarship has been the highlight of my life so far. It allows me to push hard through my degree, allowing me to maintain the highest grades possible without having financial worry.

Harry Fergus

L.T. McGuinness Scholarship recipient 2019

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What if… campaign

Our ambitious philanthropic campaign is an opportunity to achieve real change. With your support, we are addressing the major challenges that face us all.

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Benefactors’ Circle

The Victoria Benefactors’ Circle acknowledges our most significant donors and sponsors.

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Legacy Club

Donors who plan to leave a gift in their will are invited to join the Victoria Legacy Club.

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Development Office

We would love to talk with you about opportunities to give back through the University.