The Grebel spirit sparks creativity, kindles generosity, and embodies hospitality, bringing together people of many backgrounds and worldviews in a culture of belonging. Founded by the Mennonite Church and affiliated with the University of Waterloo, Grebel offers UWaterloo courses in Music, Mennonite Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, History, and Religion, Culture, and Spirituality, plus graduate degrees in Theological Studies and Peace and Conflict Studies. Grebel is also home to an enthusiastic residence community of 170 UWaterloo students.
Grebel donors support many aspects of the College, including residence, academics, the Centre for Peace Advancement and the Library and Archives.
Access to education should not depend on a student’s financial circumstances. The Student Access Bursary provides essential financial aid so students can study, live, and participate fully in the Grebel community. It also assists those facing unexpected financial challenges. With rising costs and changes to OSAP grant eligibility, this support is increasingly important.
For Giving Day, gifts to the Student Access Bursary will be matched by an anonymous donor, up to $15,000, doubling impact of support for Grebel students who contribute to its distinctive community. This means your gift, regardless of size will go twice as far in supporting students access to education, opportunity and community at Grebel.
Gifts to the Grebel Fund provide leadership opportunities, grow student scholarships, and inspire unique learning inside and outside the classroom, as students prepare to live with purpose. (This gift does not have a matching champion.)
Windows to the Future: Building a Sustainable Grebel is a capital campaign that will renew the Grebel residence by upgrading the air handling systems, washrooms, and plumbing infrastructure.(This gift does not have a matching champion.)