Eligibility
Current SAIT students, faculty and staff are eligible to submit proposals to the SAIT Opportunities Fund.
Types of proposals that can be submitted
The SAIT Opportunities Fund supports initiatives that enhance the student experience, strengthen the campus community and create new opportunities for learners.
Proposals may fall within the following areas:
- Student life enhancements: Initiatives that improve campus life and address evolving student needs beyond program requirements.
- Student-led initiatives: Projects and initiatives that enrich the student experience.
- Innovation pilots: Creative initiatives that advance education and foster innovation.
- Other strategic initiatives: Proposals aligned with SAIT’s mission that are reviewed by the Opportunities Fund Committee.
Guidelines for proposals
Strong proposals should be thoughtfully planned and demonstrate a clear benefit to students and the broader SAIT community.
Proposals are evaluated on:
- impact
- inclusivity
- alignment with SAIT priorities
- clear planning
- defined outcomes
- demonstrated benefit to the SAIT community.
The Opportunities Fund provides flexible support for innovative, forward-looking projects that advance SAIT’s strategic goals and future-ready vision. Supported projects should demonstrate tangible benefits for students, the SAIT community and, where applicable, broader civic or industry needs.
Apply for funding
Current SAIT students, faculty and staff with ideas that meet the fund's criteria are encouraged to submit a proposal for consideration.
Apply for Opportunities Fund funding
Selection process
Submitted proposals are reviewed to ensure funding supports meaningful projects that will benefit SAIT.
Proposals are evaluated based on their potential impact, inclusivity, alignment with SAIT priorities, planning, expected outcomes and community benefit.
Pre-selection
Applications are reviewed to determine which proposals align with the purpose and priorities of the SAIT Opportunities Fund.
Applicants will be contacted regarding the outcome of their proposal.
Projects selected for funding
Successful proposals will support initiatives that enhance the student experience, contribute to the SAIT community and align with the purpose of the Opportunities Fund.
The Opportunities Fund is stewarded to ensure flexible donations from alumni, employees and partners are allocated responsibly and in alignment with SAIT's mission and institutional priorities.
What makes a strong proposal?
Strong proposals clearly explain the initiative, what it aims to accomplish and how it will benefit students or the broader SAIT community. Proposals should be thoughtfully planned with defined outcomes and demonstrate alignment with the purpose of the Opportunities Fund.
Contact
Opportunities Fund
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