TRU Giving

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Frequently Asked Questions

Check here to answer questions you may have about giving at TRU, tax information and more.

General

How can I update my contact information?

Contact our office at 250-828-5264 or foundation@tru.ca and we will be happy to help.

I have a question not answered in this FAQ section. How can I get help?

Please contact us directly at 250-828-5264 or foundation@tru.ca.

Giving

What is TRU Giving’s legal name and charitable registration number?

For over 30 years, the Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Foundation has been raising funds for Thompson Rivers University. The Foundation provides funds for the financial support of TRU students and TRU's programs and projects. The Foundation serves as the manager and trustee of funds invested in the Foundation's Endowment Fund, which currently stands at $32 million.

The TRU Foundation is a registered society under the statutes of the Province of British Columbia and a registered charity with Canada Revenue Agency. We can issue charitable donation receipts to all philanthropic donations over $10. TRU Foundation’s Canadian Charitable Registration is #131135691RR0001.

What are the easiest ways to give?

We do our best to make giving easy. You can:

  • Give online securely using a credit card, 24 hours a day using the form found here.
  • Call us at 250-828-5264 to give by credit card or set up monthly giving by direct withdrawal or credit card.
  • • Make a cheque payable to TRU Foundation and mail to 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8.
  • Donate in person by cash, debit, credit card or cheque. We’re located in the TRU Advancement Office on the first floor of the Clock Tower at TRU’s Kamloops campus. Please call us first at 250-828-5264.
What will the impact of my gift be?

A post-secondary education is life changing. Whether you give to student assistance (scholarships, bursaries and awards), university infrastructure, programs or research, you can be assured your gift will have a profound impact. View the testimonials from students and donors throughout this website. Or see donor dollars in action here:

What are the costs of an academic year for a single full-time student?

To study for one academic year, a domestic student can expect to pay more than $20,000 — and with inflation, those costs are rising. An estimated cost breakdown is as follows:

  • Tuition - $5,542/year
  • Books and supplies - $1,500
  • TRU Residence - $7,950/academic year
  • Parking - $500
  • Food, transportation and miscellaneous - $4,941
How can I create a student award?

The TRU Foundation has three funding options for student support: bursaries, scholarships and awards. Whether your intent is to assist a student struggling financially, reward a student for academic achievement in a course or over a period of time, or acknowledge a student’s ability to balance academic performance with other accomplishments and interests, we can help you make an investment that has an impact. For a complete guide to creating a student award, view our Establishing Awards Quick Guide. Or contact us at 250-828-5264 or foundation@tru.ca and we’ll be happy to help.

What’s the difference between a bursary, a scholarship and an award?

A bursary is based on financial need. Students must complete a financial-need assessment. Bursaries are only open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

A scholarship is based on academic achievement. Students need a minimum 3.50 post-secondary GPA to qualify.

An award is based on academic achievement or extracurricular meritorious accomplishment based on a competitive assessment.

How do I set up a monthly or recurring donation?

Monthly donations make giving easy! Your gift will automatically be debited from your account each month. To set up your gift:

  • Online: Select Make a monthly recurring gift on page 2 of the online donation form.
  • Call us at 250-828-5264 to set up a monthly gift by credit card or or direct withdrawal.
I represent a foundation or corporation. How can my organization make a gift?
  • Give online securely using a credit card, 24 hours a day using our form found here.
  • Call us at 250-828-5264 to give by credit card or direct deposit/EFT.
  • • Make a cheque payable to TRU Foundation and mail to 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8.
  • Donate in person by cash, debit, credit card or cheque. We’re located in the TRU Advancement Office on the first floor of the Clock Tower at TRU’s Kamloops campus. Please call us first at 250-828-5264.

Philanthropic gifts are eligible for a charitable tax receipt; sponsorships are not. A business receipt can be provided for sponsorships upon request. To learn more about sponsoring a TRU initiative, please contact Diana Major at 250-852-7139 or foundation@tru.ca.

Is my gift eligible for corporate matching?

Corporate matching: you may be able to double your gift to TRU! Many employers offer matching gifts to the charities of their employees’ choice. Contact your employer (usually human resources) to find out if your organization offers matching funds. Thank you!

I’d like to make a bequest or planned gift to TRU. Who do I contact?

You don’t need to be wealthy to leave a legacy. Learn more about making a bequest or planned gift here, or contact Lisa Denis at 250-682-5242 or ldenis@tru.ca.

I’d like to make a significant donation. Who do I contact?

To donate to a particular faculty or area of TRU, please consult our Philanthropy Contacts list. To make a general donation to the university, contact us at foundation@tru.ca or 250-828-5264.

Taxes

How can I calculate my tax savings before I donate?

Use our online gift tabulator to estimate your giving potential with appreciated assets such as stocks, mutual funds and RRSPs/RRIFs. We will walk you through the best ways to give with pretax dollars to optimize your end-of-year tax savings.

Will I get a tax receipt for my donation to TRU?

Yes, individual donors will receive a charitable tax receipt for their cash donations. A charitable tax receipt may also be provided for some gifts in kind. Corporations and foundations may receive a business receipt upon request.

How can I get a duplicate tax receipt?

Please contact our office at 250-828-5264 or foundation@tru.ca.

I live outside Canada. Can I still donate to TRU, and will I get a tax receipt?

Please contact our office at 250-828-5264 or foundation@tru.ca.

Donor Recognition

Who are your current donors?

You can find our current donors listed in our annual report, Your Report on Philanthropy 2023/24.

How will my gift be recognized?

All donations or gifts greater than $10.00 will receive a tax-deductible receipt upon the receipt of the donation.

  • Donors will be recognized for their donations/gifts.
  • • Tax-deductible receipts will be issued on a timely basis upon the receipt of donation/gift.
  • Donor will be recognized for the total sum of donations during a calendar year and recognized at the end of each fiscal year.
  • Donations to a specific TRU campaign that require multiyear commitments / contributions on behalf of the donor will be recognized according to agreed-upon guidelines.
  • Planned gifts (gifts from estates and/or gifts of assets) will be recognized when:
    • The donor has officially notified the Foundation with a letter from their legal counsel and/or with a copy of appropriate documentation (i.e. the copy of the portion of the appropriate documentation) showing TRU Foundation as a beneficiary, OR
    • The funds are received by the TRU Foundation.
    • In addition, these gifts will receive recognition on a permanent and an ongoing basis.
I would like my gift to be anonymous. How can I ensure this happens?

We’re committed to maintaining your privacy and anonymity if you so desire. If you donate online, specify that you’d like your gift to remain anonymous on page 2 of the online donation form. Otherwise, when making your gift, tell us you’d like your donation to be anonymous by phone, in writing or in person.

How do I become a part of the President’s Circle?

The President’s Circle recognizes extraordinary contributions to the university — specifically, philanthropic donations of $100,000 and above. Learn more about the TRU President’s Circle.

Can I donate in memory of someone else or to honour someone’s special occasion?

Whether you are memorializing a loved one who has passed on or celebrating an event in a special teacher or colleague's life, a gift to TRU will honour them while helping students achieve their dreams. Learn more about donating in memory or in honour of someone.

TRU Foundation

Who is on the TRU Foundation’s Board of Directors?

2023 - 2024 Foundation Board Members

  • W. Mackenzie Kanigan - President
  • Maureen McCurdy - Vice-President/Treasurer
  • Diana Major - Executive Director, Foundation
  • Kim Cassar Torreggiani - AVP Advancement
  • Cindy Ozouf - Board of Governors Appointee
  • Dr. J. Grant Phillips - Director
  • Greg Bay - Director
  • Tom Hoffman - Director
  • Morning-Star Peters - Director
  • Jack Miller - Director
  • Lori Ottem - Director
  • Ayla Salyn - Director
  • Manju Singh - Director
  • Tracy Christianson - Director
Where do I find your annual reports and financial statements?

Annual reports and information can be found here.

2023/2024 Annual Report

2022/2023 Annual Report

2021/2022 Annual Report

2020/2021 Annual Report

2019/2020 Annual Report

2018/2019 Annual Report

2017/2018 Annual Report

2016/2017 Annual Report

When is your next Annual General Meeting?

The 2023/2024 AGM will be held Sept. 19, 2024. Check out our News and Events page for details.

Sponsors and Partners

Are sponsorships available?

TRU creates partnerships with industry on many levels—for philanthropy, research, events and even campus infrastructure. To learn more about sponsoring a TRU initiative, please contact Diana Major at 250-852-7139 or foundation@tru.ca.

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