Reunion Giving
Reunion giving is a powerful way for alumni to give back collectively to Smith School of Business in recognition of a milestone graduation anniversary, thereby creating a meaningful class legacy. Without the generous support from alumni like you, many of our programs, scholarships, and upgrades would not be possible.
Current and future generations of students are the beneficiaries of class gifts, many of which continue to build over the years, thanks to your enduring collective commitment.
Find your classGive Back and Inspire Others
Contribute to your reunion campaign by making a gift today – a five-year pledge in the lead up to your reunion is a great way to get started! Contact the Development and Alumni Engagement department today.
Reunion Season Highlights
This year’s reunion season was one of the most active and engaged in recent memory. From milestone Commerce and MBA classes returning, to strong participation in Homecoming giving, Smith alumni showed tremendous commitment to reconnecting, celebrating and giving back.
“Words cannot express how thankful I am for your generosity in contributing to my success. Because of your help, I'm able to have such an immersive experience that is unlike any other business school. Without you, there would be no possible way of attending Smith Commerce. Being a second-generation immigrant, my parents have been extremely proud of me for gaining admission to one of the most prestigious programs in the country; however, our financial situation was the main restriction that would've prevented me from accepting this opportunity. For that, I want to thank you for your commitment to my success and the future generation of business leaders.”
Top 20 Class Endowments
Giving is an outstanding example of the generosity of Queen's alumni around the world, and the results of your collective contribution are significant.
Annual class gifts support much-needed student bursaries and scholarships, library acquisitions, leading-edge technology, and other academic programs and projects that enable Queen's to deliver a first-rate academic experience and an exceptional learning environment to a diverse group of future leaders.
| Ranking | Fund | Class | Balance (as of April 30, 2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commerce '48 Admission Award | Class of Commerce 1948 | $1,525,913 |
| 2 | BCom 1980 Award | Class of Commerce 1980 | $1,381,803 |
| 3 | Commerce 1981 Entrance Scholarship | Class of Commerce 1981 | $1,122,617 |
| 4 | Commerce 1988 Honorary Award | Class of Commerce 1988 | $973,282 |
| 5 | BCom 1995 Award | Class of Commerce 1995 | $928,047 |
| 6 | BCom 1991 Award | Class of Commerce 1991 | $842,971 |
| 7 | Commerce 1993 Admission Award | Class of Commerce 1993 | $745,109 |
| 8 | Commerce 1989 Award | Class of Commerce 1989 | $743,385 |
| 9 | Commerce 1979 Admission Bursary | Class of Commerce 1979 | $498,099 |
| 10 | MBA 1981 Admission Scholarship | Class of MBA 1981 | $497,795 |
| 11 | BCom ‘83 Endowment Fund | Class of Commerce 1983 | $424,053 |
| 12 | Commerce 1987 Award | Class of Commerce 1987 | $339,136 |
| 13 | Commerce 1992 Admission Award | Class of Commerce 1992 | $324,436 |
| 14 | Commerce 1996 Entrance Scholarship | Class of Commerce 1996 | $315,639 |
| 15 | Commerce 1986 Award in Memory of Jeffrey Brock | Class of Commerce 1986 | $300,905 |
| 16 | Commerce 1984 Memorial Bursary | Class of Commerce 1984 | $300,052 |
| 17 | Commerce 1990 Bursary | Class of Commerce 1990 | $296,552 |
| 18 | BCom '64 Endowment Fund | Class of Commerce 1964 | $263,323 |
| 19 | Commerce 1994 Bursary | Class of Commerce 1994 | $255,723 |
| 20 | BCom '77 Endowment Fund | Class of Commerce 1977 | $243,261 |
Each year, thousands of Queen's graduates return to campus to reunite and celebrate with classmates. Whether it is their 5th or their 50th reunion, many classes take this opportunity to pay tribute to Queen's by giving back with a reunion class gift.
Annual class gifts support much-needed student bursaries and scholarships, library acquisitions, leading-edge technology, and other academic programs and projects that enable Queen's to deliver a first-rate academic experience and an exceptional learning environment to a diverse group of future leaders.
The key to a successful class giving campaign is the support of a Class Giving Committee. The more people you have engaged in the fundraising process, the easier it will be to get the rest of your class involved as donors.
| Ranking | Class fund name | Class | Balance (as of April 30, 2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Science 1959 Admission Award | Class of Science 1959 | $7,569,566 |
| 2 | Science 1968 Admission Bursary in Applied Science | Class of Science 1968 | $2,263,648 |
| 3 | Science 1956 Entrance Bursary in Applied Science | Class of Science 1956 | $2,236,065 |
| 4 | The Science 1948 1/2 Mature Student Entrance Bursary | Class of Science 1948 | $2,171,993 |
| 5 | Commerce '48 Admission Award | Class of Commerce 1948 | $1,525,913 |
| 6 | Science 1957 Key Bursary | Class of Science 1957 | $1,451,157 |
| 7 | BCom 1980 Award | Class of Commerce 1980 | $1,381,804 |
| 8 | Science '51 Entrance Bursary | Class of Science 1951 | $1,173,390 |
| 9 | Commerce 1981 Entrance Scholarship | Class of Commerce 1981 | $1,122,618 |
| 10 | Science 1965 Admission Award | Class of Science 1965 | $1,116,939 |
| 11 | Commerce 1988 Honorary Award | Class of Commerce 1988 | $973,282 |
| 12 | BCom 1995 Award | Class of Commerce 1995 | $928,047 |
| 13 | BCom 1991 Award | Class of Commerce 1991 | $842,972 |
| 14 | Science 1972 50th Reunion Award | Class of Science 1972 | $837,082 |
| 15 | Science '50 Entrance Bursary | Class of Science 1950 | $823,508 |
| 16 | Science '44 40th Year Fund | Class of Science 1944 | $815,197 |
| 17 | Commerce 1993 Admission Award | Class of Commerce 1993 | $745,110 |
| 18 | Commerce 1989 Award | Class of Commerce 1989 | $743,386 |
| 19 | Science 1979 Forever Fund | Class of Science 1979 | $667,578 |
| 20 | Science 1982 Fund | Class of Science 1982 | $667,578 |