Find out more about what projects the Alumni Annual Fund can support, how to apply and deadlines.
The Alumni Annual Fund
The Alumni Annual Fund brings Exeter's student experience to life. Thanks to thousands of alumni and supporters, we fund the extra-curricular activities that help students thrive. Every year, donations support projects across sports clubs, societies, music and theatre groups, student conferences, outreach initiatives and more.
How it works
The Alumni Annual Fund supports projects across all University departments including the Students’ Guild and Student Union in both Exeter and Cornwall, the Athletics Union and academic faculties. We are able to provide funding to, on average, over 100 projects each year, typically dispersing over £150,000 annually to worthwhile initiatives across the University.
The more we raise, the more student ideas we can support.
How to give
Donations of all sizes help unlock opportunities for students. The Alumni Annual Fund works because many people give what they can, pooling together to create real change.
You can make a one-off gift or set up a regular donation online.
Alternatively you can send us a gift by post – download a donation form.
Find out more about the projects shaping student life at Exeter:
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The Athletics Union purchased new equipment to support student athlete recovery and injury rehabilitation.
Surf Radio, based on the Penryn campus in Cornwall, purchased new computers to improve the ease and efficiency of student broadcasting.
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Members of the XTV station travelled to London to cover new film releases and engage with industry professionals at the British Film Institute.
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The SU Cornwall Dance and Tap Jam Societies competed at the ‘Go Hard or Go Home’ National University Dance Competition in Nottingham.
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The Annual Fund supported new kit for the annual rugby match between Camborne School of Mines and the Royal School of Mines.
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Funding supported audio equipment and giveaways for a multicultural Ramadan Iftar event, fostering a sense of community for Muslim students.
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Students from six South-East Asian Societies held a celebratory event at Exeter Castle, where students could share their heritage and forge stronger networks.
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The Sailing Club purchased three new VHF radios, which will greatly enhance students’ safety on sailing trips.
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Exeter’s 120-strong Women's Rugby Club were able to purchase a bundle of new rugby balls which will be used at training and matches.