An interview with the match funder for the 2022 Hallam Fund telethon, Giles Cunningham
One of our generous donors, who are helping us shape a future where every single student who has the talent can gain the knowledge they need to make their aspirations come alive, is Giles Cunningham. In a recent interview with us, Giles reveals why he supports Sheffield Hallam and the Hallam Fund.
Easing the Move for Estranged Students
Donations to the Hallam Fund have helped to make the transition to university easier for estranged students
Supporting care leavers fulfil their potential
Care leaver Olivia was awarded a hardship payment that alleviated some of her financial pressures so she could focus on achieving her full potential as a trainee teacher.
Hardship support offers light at the end of the tunnel for final year teaching student in need
The coronavirus pandemic's impact on students has been softened thanks to the University's Hardship Fund support.
Donations transform lives through education
Kirsty is a first year studying Human Biology at Sheffield Hallam University. She is also a scholar who has been supported thanks to the kindness of our Hallam Fund donor community.
Donations empower the next generation to flourish
Life after university should be filled with excitement and life-changing job offers, but for students graduating during a global pandemic, the reality is far more uncertain.
Supporting the next generation through life-transforming scholarships
Thanks to the kindness of the Sheffield City Polytechnic ULE Class of 1979 (now Sheffield Hallam University), a new life-transforming scholarship is being created in the Department for the Natural and Built Environment.
Sanctuary Scholarships for Asylum Seeker Students at Sheffield Hallam University
This year the Hallam Fund will support a new Sanctuary Scholarship for students with refugee status coming to study at Sheffield Hallam University. The scholarship aims to support people who wish to progress into higher education and are seeking asylum in the UK.
Celebrating graduation
Thanks to our donors, students from estranged and care leaver backgrounds are able to attend their graduation ceremony and celebrate their achievements alongside their peers.
Scholarships instil confidence in ambitious students
Louise is a second year Law student who can now purchase course materials and make the most of her education thanks to the compassion of our generous donors.