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Your gift to the University of Ottawa transcends ordinary philanthropy—it’s a powerful investment in our collective future. When you support uOttawa, you become part of a legacy of innovation, discovery, leadership and transformation that extends far beyond our campus.

Why give?

Now more than ever, we must invest in possibility.

When you give to uOttawa, you become an essential partner in transforming potential into impact. Together, we create opportunities that change lives, advance knowledge and build a better world.

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Ways to give

Planned giving

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Planned giving

Leave a legacy

The legacy gift you leave will nurture and inspire tomorrow’s leaders, contribute to life-changing education and research, and have a lasting impact o…

Endowed giving

Endowed giving

Grow your impact

Invest in an endowment at the University of Ottawa and support the future of education and research. Your contribution today will help shape the leade…

Corporate giving

Corporate giving

Partner for social impact

Gain access to state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty and staff, and talented students. Align with your funding priorities and help your communit…

Our first-ever Giving Day was a huge success!

Together, we raised over $230,000 to support student success, fund scholarships, advance research and create life-changing opportunities. Your generosity didn’t just provide financial support—you opened doors, sparked dreams and changed futures.
A heartfelt THANK YOU for being part of this historic day. Your impact will be felt for years to come!

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Explore our shared impact

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Are you a proud Faculty of Arts graduate? Gee-Gees superfan? Passionate about student mental health and wellbeing? We’ll help you make a gift that aligns with your values.

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