Through the generosity of our alumni, friends and supporters, the Dublin City University (DCU) Educational Trust has supported the dramatic growth of Ireland’s youngest and most dynamic university. From our support of campus development projects like The Helix, to our sponsorship of campus-based research fellowships and access scholarships for economically disadvantaged students, the Trust serves the ever-changing needs of the DCU community.

We invite you to join us in enhancing our commitment to The University through the following programmes:-

DCU Annual Fund

The DCU Annual Fund provides an opportunity for alumni, students, staff and friends to build a legacy of excellence for our students, our community and our nation. Every gift to the DCU Annual Fund – no matter the size – makes a real difference. In support of the DCU Annual Fund, a Telethon takes place in the Summer and Winter of each year from our students to over 30,000 graduates updating them on campus and alumni activities and encouraging their involvement and support in such initiatives like the DCU Community Team, DCU Alumni Golf Classic, Mentorship Programmes, etc

The DCU Community Team

DCU Leadership Circle

The DCU Leadership Circle is a community of supporters and friends of Dublin City University. Membership recognises and acknowledges the contributions made by donors whose generosity and vision help to bring Dublin City University to the next level of its development as a world class centre of research and learning. To become a member, donors make annual contributions of €1,000 or more to Dublin City University. Insert link to the DCU Leadership Circle brochure and video of the 2011 dinner.

DCU Access Scholarship Programme

The DCU Access Programme was created in 1989 to target schools in the University’s North Dublin neighbourhood. It has since evolved into a national programme and now accepts students from all over the country, making it the largest and most successful programme of its kind in Ireland. We currently have over 400 students on access scholarships at DCU from all of the 26 counties. Every Access Scholarship is privately funded through the generosity of friends of DCU.

Legacy Gifts

Working with donors to achieve their philanthropic aims, Dublin City University is both qualified and honoured to accept planned gifts to provide a lasting legacy for future generations of Irish scholars. Read More

Gift Levels

Staff at the Educational Trust would be pleased to discuss with you the designation of your gift of student support and the creative ways in which you may structure your contributions. Read More