McMaster launches new campaign supporting students, COVID-19 research

McMaster has launched a new fundraising campaign aimed at supporting students needing aid because of the pandemic and advancing COVID-19 related research.

The McMaster COVID-19 Fund encompasses two funds: a Student Emergency Relief Fund and a COVID-19 Research Fund.

For each of these funds, the first $100,000 will be matched to double the impact of these gifts. Donors are also invited to send messages of support to students and researchers as part of this campaign.

“Our goal is to offer students as much financial relief as possible to enable them to focus on staying safe and healthy and succeeding academically,” said President David Farrar in a letter to the community.

“Our research goals are ambitious, and you have the opportunity to be part of this urgent and important work. We have a unique opportunity to help our global community in a time of exceptional need.”

The Student Emergency Relief Fund will provide students with aid for needs such as food and shelter. The COVID-19 Research Fund provides immediate additional funding to support discoveries and advances in McMaster’s COVID-19 related research.