Using a charitable gift to establish an endowment enables Bishop's to honour and perpetuate the memory of a graduate, faculty member, friend or family. Endowments are normally set up in consultation with the University to ensure the spirit and intent of your gift, while also matching your interests with the Bishop's priorities. The list below identifies the minimum amount required to endow different types of funds.
$5,000+ Student prize
$12,500+ Bursary fund or athletic award fund
$25,000+ Scholarship fund, library subscription fund
$45,000+ Major scholarship fund, technology fund, research fund
$75,000+ Student internship fund, cultural event sponsorship fund, equipment fund
$75,000+ Major scholarship fund, technology fund, research fund
$500,000+ Visiting lectureship, coaching endowment fund, research librarian fund
$1,000,000 Professorship
$2,500,000 Named academic chair
