Global givers: stories from our US community

Our young supporters Ejaaz and Bridget tell us what the Trinity Bursary Fund means to them.

I chose to support the Trinity Bursary Fund because, truthfully, I was never meant to get into the school! I arrived at the ripe old age of 16, unable to afford the school fees myself, and pleaded with the receptionist to let me speak to the school board two weeks before the academic year began! But the Headmaster at the time, Mark Bishop, gave me a chance and I want other less-fortunate kids like me to have the chance to change their lives the way Trinity changed mine.

What the school gave me is too plentiful to include here. I would, however, like to highlight two outcomes. The first is that the school inspired me to believe I could be someone great and have an impact on the world. Yes, the school has amazing educational standards, but one of its invaluable differentiators is that they help students develop the mindset that they can do or try anything and be successful at it – that's a trait I've carried through my career and life. The second is the impact of the make-up of the school community. Trinity works hard to convince the brightest minds and the most talented staff to be there. When you're surrounded by kids that want to succeed and teachers that want to enable that, it makes a massive difference.

Ejaaz Ahamadeen (2013) Trinity Bursary Recipient

I would not be where I am today without the support of my classmates and teachers. Trinity challenged my views, raised my expectations, and transformed the role I play in the community.

Five years into my career, I already see the impact of my education and I want to ensure that others have the same opportunity. I support the bursary fund to ensure that there is an environment where inclusion and creativity is prioritised in an increasingly stratified world.

Bridget Holmes (2013)

Facilitative tax-effective donations to the Trinity Bursary Fund for US-based alumni

The British Schools and Universities Foundation (BSUF) is a US-based charity that facilitates taxeffective donations to the Trinity Bursary Fund. Founded in 1926, the BSUF fosters educational ties between the US and UK, enabling Trinity alumni who live or work in the US to support students in British academic institutions in a tax-deductible manner. BSUF provides various avenues for US-based alumni to make contributions to the Trinity Bursary Fund:

• One-time donations: Alumni can make a single lump-sum donation to the Trinity Bursary Fund through BSUF.

• Recurring donations: Setting up a recurring donation is an effective way to make a sustained impact on the Trinity Bursary Fund. Donors can choose to give monthly, quarterly or annually.

• Matching gifts: Many companies in the US offer a matching gift program to their employees, doubling or even tripling the value of individual donations. US-based BSUF alumni are encouraged to check if their employers provide such matching opportunities, further leveraging their support for the Trinity Bursary Fund.

To donate, visit BSUF's website, specify Trinity Bursary Fund and receive tax receipts. BSUF's role is vital in facilitating tax-efficient donations for Trinity alumni in the US, leaving a lasting impact on students' lives. Through BSUF, alumni uphold their commitment to education and transformation.

Donate at: https://www.bsuf.org/donate