Every gift matters and every dollar makes a difference.
Your contribution, however small, is important because pooled with those of other donors, it enables INRS to continue its work in areas of crucial importance.
There are many ways of supporting INRS. The Foundation accepts donations at all times, before, during, and after its fundraising campaigns and activities.
There are many ways to donate, whether by making a cash donation, a planned gift from your estate or insurance policy, an in-memoriam gift to honor a loved one, or by taking part in fundraising activities. Be it a one-time, annual, or planned gift, we can help you explore the best option for your goals.
Do you have a project in mind?
Do you care about the next generation of scientists?
So many ways to express your generosity!
Annual donation
You can give annually. Your credit card will be debited on a set date each year. You can also choose to spread your annual donation over two easy options:
- Monthly donation
Your monthly donation can make all the difference. It's an easy and effective way to spread your donation to support INRS on an ongoing basis, throughout the year.
- Donation through payroll deduction
A payroll deduction allows you to make a donation every payday, at your convenience. In February, the sum of your payroll deduction donations will appear on your tax statements issued by your employer, INRS.
One-time donation
Support our scientific community by making a simple and secure online credit card donation. You'll automatically receive an official donation receipt by e-mail. We also accept bank or Interac transfers; just write to us. Not only are you making a major gesture of generosity, but you're also choosing a practical and economical way to do so.
Gift of securities
Make a greater impact by donating securities!
A gift of securities (securities or mutual fund units) is one of the most advantageous ways to support training and research at INRS. With a gift of securities, there is no capital gains tax to pay - allowing you to donate a larger amount that will have a greater impact on Quebec's economic, social and cultural development.
Through our partner CanadaHelps, you can easily and securely donate securities to the INRS Foundation.
Cryptocurrency donation
Are you on the cutting edge? Make a significant impact on our student and scientific community with your cryptocurrency. Easily donate your Bitcoin or Ether to the INRS Foundation to support science and innovation. You'll receive a charitable tax receipt through our partner CanadaHelps.
Planned gifts
A planned gift is one that has been subject to financial, tax or estate planning. It can be made up of deferred or immediate contributions. Whatever form you choose, you can contribute to the development of INRS while enjoying tax benefits.
In so doing, you contribute to the realization of the Foundation's mission, which is to support the scientific efforts of INRS, by allocating funds to support the student community, accelerate research or acquire technological equipment directly related to research and training in the short, medium and long term.
View our webinars on charitable giving and testamentary gifts, and contact us to discuss your aspirations.
The Canadian Association of Gift Planners' “Charitable Donations of Life Insurance” kit provides accurate, up-to-date information on the subject.
In memory of
You can make a donation in memory of a loved one. If you wish, we can inform the family of your gesture. In memory of whom would you like to make a donation to INRS?
Major donation
A major donation has transformational potential and aims to fund large-scale, infrastructure or endowment projects that have a considerable impact. With us, change the world through research!
Thank you to our generous donors!
Our recognition circles underline the invaluable support of our donors. Their contributions help us keep INRS at the forefront of science and innovation, as a leader in research intensity.
Thank you for helping to shape Quebec's scientific future!
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Organizations
The Foundation, in collaboration with INRS, is developing a recognition program to highlight contributions from organizational donors in support of INRS’s mission. Privileges vary according to the level of donation and may include public communications and events, visibility opportunities, and naming designations that show our appreciation.
Interested?
Tax benefits
Tax credits for charitable donations apply according to the donor’s situation and place of residence.
Revenu Québec
The Revenu Québec website provides more information on charitable donations. For information on the actual cost of your donation, please see the section on tax credits for donations and gifts.
Canada Revenue Agency
For more information on tax benefits for charitable donations, visit the Canada Revenue Agency website, which features a Charitable donation tax credit calculator.
The INRS Foundation is a charity registered in Canada under the number 725310676 RR 0001. The list of recognized charities is available on the Agency website.
Online gifts
When you donate online, here is the merchant name that will appear on your credit card statement: BAM*DON FINRS.
Questions?