Impact of Giving - Southern Cross University

The Impact of Giving

Philanthropic support transforms what’s possible for our students and communities. Every gift helps remove barriers, expand access, and create opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.

Donor contributions enable students to go beyond the classroom, supporting scholarships, placements, internships, and real-world experiences that build confidence, capability, and connection. For many students, this support is life-changing.

Giving also strengthens our ability to respond to emerging needs, invest in innovative programs, and deliver lasting impact where it matters most: in our communities.

Together, our donors are helping shape futures, empowering students and researchers not just to succeed, but to lead, contribute, and create meaningful change.

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Scholarship recipient Sophie Fischer walking on gold coast campus

Five students sitting in the Aunty Bea Ballangarry Yarning and Healing Circle

Donor Spotlight

Summerland Bank

As a major local community supporter, Summerland Bank actively seeks opportunities to be involved with many different organisations each year. Summerland Bank offers scholarship to support Business students at Southern Cross University and has done so since 1994.

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Chief Executive Women

The Bonnie Boezeman AO Leadership in Nursing Scholarship allows female nurses to study the Master of Healthcare Leadership, to develop the skills to lead teams in Australia’s public and private healthcare systems. Ms Boezeman and CEW aim to remove the barriers to women’s progression and ensure equal opportunity for prosperity.

Cultural giving

Donations of art and cultural pieces contribute to our cultural growth, diversity and sense of community. Whether you donate through the Cultural Giving Program or through tailored contribution, your generosity will add to the cultural fabric of the University and provide students with exposure to cultural vibrancy in their various learning spaces.

Students sitting at Yarning and Healing circle area

Student Opportunities Fund

Through this fund, students can access opportunities such as placements, internships, conferences, and professional development experiences that might otherwise be out of reach. These moments are often pivotal: helping students apply their learning in real-world settings, grow their networks, and take the next step toward their future.

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Research and education

Invest in the future of our community and contribute to a better, wiser and sustainable future. From the desert to the rainforest, your support can go directly towards helping our researchers grow and deliver positive outcomes on climate change, biodiversity and healthy populations and environments.

A student in a lab coat examining a piece of coral.

Give back

Are you an alumnus or community partner wanting to give back? Southern Cross University offers alumni the opportunity to mentor students through our Bright Futures Mentor Program. You might lend an ear, a perspective, or pass on knowledge and that can make the greatest difference to a student just starting out. Register today to become a mentor.

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Scholarships and academic prizes

Change life’s course for undergraduate, postgraduate, Indigenous Australian and international students. Reward outstanding achievement with an academic prize or tailor a scholarship that aligns with your values and vision for student impact.

A group of education students, dylan berger, genna guy, hansika badhuge, jane hosking, kirsten atkinson, mandy atkinson, marius odiachi, nathan lancaster walking with the sun shining through the group at the Southern Cross University Coffs Harbour Campus

Donating from overseas

Use our safe and secure platform to donate from overseas. If you are based in the United States of America, there are tax benefits to donating to Southern Cross

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The Impact of Giving

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