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Every year, we are overwhelmed by the generosity of the North American Foundation for the University of Leeds supporters, who enable hundreds of students to take up their place at Leeds with the gift of a scholarship. The opportunities you offer are life-changing and help students break through barriers they face so they can put their futures first by studying at Leeds.
Two years ago, Emillie found herself in a situation where she was having to flee domestic violence whilst pregnant with her son and lacked support.
Determined that this situation would not define her future, she wanted to use her experience and passion to help other women like her through social work. Studying at Leeds has enabled her to take the first steps to making this happen.
“I didn’t have much when I was growing up, my mum did her best for me, but it was hard for her and she couldn’t afford to pay the bills. I come from an area where university isn’t really something people consider when they leave school and opportunities can be limited.
"I will never forget the enormous sense of relief and achievement I felt when receiving my offer letter. Thanks to the kindness of donors, the financial support I received from the scholarship has meant that I can focus on my studies and create special memories with my son whilst pursing my goal of helping others, safe in the knowledge I can afford every day costs such as rent and bills."
By giving today, you can help NAFUL provide students with a sense of belonging at Leeds and grant access to our Plus Programme, a support network which helps them to:
Through the generosity of a gift to our student scholarship programme, you are joining us in our mission to help every student put their future first and set them on a path to fulfil their true potential.
Please donate by July 31, to create a better, fairer and brighter future by transforming the lives of students.