The Difference You Make

Thanks to our alumni's generosity, we can award scholarships that make a real difference to students' lives

Thank you to all of our generous alumni and friends who have donated to Aston, helping to make possible new research projects, to improve facilities for students and to give those from less privileged backgrounds the opportunity to study and gain life-changing experiences.

Scholarship Success Stories

Donations can help our students thrive in their academic lives, here is just a small sample of how your contribution makes an impact.

Sonny's Story

"It really lit a fire under me. I knew I had to stop messing around and do something with my life"

Annabel's Story

‘I’ve got big dreams, but big dreams cost money, so having the scholarship is amazing."

Sophie's Story

"I am so happy I chose Aston and very grateful to those who helped. I believe it all starts with you. Challenges in life should never make you doubt yourself. Instead, embrace your power!"

Hamzah's story

"The scholarship is a beacon of hope to a lot of students – life-changing."

Garfield Weston Foundation

“Food quality and safety are among the biggest challenges that can have a direct impact on health and welfare of people. The grant from the Garfield Weston Foundation towards the purchase of specialist equipment will enable us to expand our research into this key area of high strategic interest and social importance.” Professor Sergei Turitsyn

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Aston’s Supporters

Gifts to Aston have made so many projects possible. Thank you for supporting Aston’s research and students.

Nathan Wallis
Chief of Staff, Wesleyan

“Our partnership with Aston University continues to go from strength to strength and is directly helping students from disadvantaged backgrounds start their journey to joining the next generation of medical professionals. We started this partnership because of our shared values of promoting positive change in our local community. It is great to see that, four years in, our initiatives are doing just that, and we look forward to building on this progress in the years to come.”

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Gary Coombe (BSc Combined Honours Business/Ergonomics, 1986, Honorary Degree, 2021)
CEO, P&G Gillette

“I fondly remember my time at Aston and often reflect on how formative it was for everything that has followed in my life and career. That’s why I’m so proud to continue supporting the University and the next generation of Aston Alum!”

Dawn Hands
Class of 1988. Managing Director, BMG Research

Coming back to Aston is always a source of inspiration. The students here are full of ambition, vision and energy - exactly what is needed to build a bright and more successful future. I could not be more proud to be an Aston Alumna, and to support the university and its students.

Matthew Crummack (BSc International Business &
French, 1993, Honorary Degree, 2016)
CEO, Domestic & General

"I count myself as a fortunate to have had the opportunity for a good education, as it opened so many door for me. My time at Aston University gave me confidence to go out, find a job and be motivated to work hard and do well. It also gave me lifelong friendships and a whole collection of happy (and funny) memories. I hope this gives young people who are struggling financially the opportunity and confidence to build a strong future for themselves."

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