University of Manchester receives $1 million gift to fund Undergraduate Access Scholarships
A $1 million sum to support Undergraduate Access Scholarships has been gifted through the North American Foundation for The University of Manchester (NAFUM).
The contribution, made by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous, will primarily help students who are care-experienced or estranged from their families.
The generous sum will sit within the NAFUM endowment, which will pay out dividends to fund two scholarships annually. Recipients will be known as the Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, after the former President and Vice-Chancellor of the University, and Ann El-Mokadem Scholars.
The donor said: "This donation has been made in honour of the history of this world class institution, which I am immensely proud to be associated with.
鈥淭his gift is intended to continue a long tradition of supporting talented students at Manchester, and enabling them to shape the future of this great city and beyond.鈥�
We are sincerely grateful to the donor for their generosity. This support will make a real difference, empowering students who face significant challenges to reach their full potential. Gifts like this are crucial to our mission of fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all at Manchester.
Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, former President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester, said: 鈥淚t is a true privilege to have a scholarship carry my name - an honour I will always treasure. My heartfelt thanks go to the donors for their remarkable generosity.
鈥淚 am delighted that this support will continue a long tradition here at Manchester: opening doors for talented students, enabling them to thrive and achieve their ambitions at Manchester.鈥�
Undergraduate Access Scholarships offer financial assistance to students who have experienced difficulties and are funded by alumni of the University and donors.
NAFUM is an independent foundation that supports the University鈥檚 work, helping students from the US, Greater Manchester and the Global South to gain an education at the University.
Through generous support, US-based alumni have helped the University to make strides tackling a number of global challenges, including inequality, poverty and cancer research.
Donations from alumni of the University, no matter the size, fuels discoveries, real-world impact and student success. By donating or volunteering, you can support life-changing opportunities for students and help us tackle urgent global challenges.
To find out more about making a donation to the University, please visit the University鈥檚 philanthropy page here.