Giving Tuesday

We’ve all heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday — two days for getting deals, but let’s talk about the one day for giving back. December 2, 2025, is Giving Tuesday — a global day of generosity that unites people around the world. A day when giving to a cause you care about can inspire millions of others to do the same.

This Giving Tuesday, make a lasting difference for student mental health.

 At Ontario Tech, supporting one another is part of who we are.

When students face overwhelming stress, anxiety, or isolation, they often turn to someone who truly understands, another student. Through the Student Mental Health Peer Mentor Program, trained Peer Mentors provide a safe space for open conversation, helping their peers find balance, connection, and hope.

For students like Tima Shah, that support made all the difference.

“Having that kind of support made it possible for me to graduate while still keeping the rest of my life together,” says Tima. “If it wasn’t there, something would have had to give.”

 

 

Her Peer Mentor, Funmilayo (Funmi) Ogunseye, knows exactly why those moments matter.

“Mental health is not mental illness. Everyone can benefit from support,” says Funmi. “We help students show up better — not just as learners, but as whole people.”

 

 

And for alumna Astrid DeSouza, who once served as a Peer Mentor herself, being part of the program continues to resonate.

“It meant a lot to be part of a community that supported me throughout my journey,”  Astrid shares. “To come full circle and support others was deeply  meaningful.” 

 

 

 

Your Giving Tuesday gift helps ensure that every student who reaches out finds someone ready to listen and care. It helps train new Peer Mentors, sustain weekly mental health activities, and strengthen a campus community where wellbeing is part of success.

Because community is what keeps us strong.
Because no student should have to face their challenges alone.

Make your gift today and help create a campus where care, compassion, and connection thrive.

If you don’t want to wait until Giving Tuesday, you can give now!  

We know there are so many great causes to support on Giving Tuesday and hope the students of Ontario Tech make your list!