As a Civic University, we are committed to solving societal problems and transforming the lives of the community and its students. As an institution, we have the status of a charity for all of our fundraising activities. Full details are available in the guidance on our charitable status.
Each year we hold charity events to raise funds that are distributed through two separate streams - The Horizon Fund and our University Charity.
The Horizon Fund
The Horizon Fund supports students in a variety of ways. From helping them achieve their potential and make their dreams come true, to overcoming financial obstacles or answering basic needs.
Thanks to donations from the University family of staff, students, alumni and supporters, we can fund a range of bursaries, scholarships and opportunity awards.
Our University Charity
Each year we choose a 'University Charity' as the beneficiary of our fundraising work. This year our University Charity is Alice Charity.
Founded in 2011 in response to the lack of available support for disadvantaged local families, the Alice Charity provides vulnerable families with emotional and practical support - helping to move families in crisis forward. The charity also works to encourage and empower local people to volunteer and embrace other opportunities in employment and education.
Let’s come together to transform the lives of our community and its students