Changemakers Fund
The continued expansion of the Changemakers program into 2031 is made possible through the generous support of an anonymous donor, building on the strong foundation established by Scotiabank in 2016. Together, these investments have expanded opportunities for students and community organizations to create a meaningful impact.
The Changemakers Fund supports Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) students securing co-op work-terms with eligible not-for-profit organizations and charities registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). By reimbursing up to 70% of student salaries for up to 50 work-terms annually, the fund reduces financial barriers for a sector that is often underrepresented as a career path for young professionals. This model helps community organizations build operational capacity while giving students practical business experience, exposure to community impact projects, and essential leadership growth.
Beyond the co-op work term, Ted Rogers School students will go on to work with, support, or serve registered charitable organizations throughout their careers; this experience equips them with perspectives and skills that will benefit them long after graduation. 
from 2018-2026
Benefits
The Changemakers Fund helps eligible not-for-profit organizations and charities registered with the CRA access high-quality Ted Rogers School co-op talent. Work-terms may range from four (4) to eight (8) months and can be used to pay undergraduate co-op students or MBA interns.
Participating organizations gain access to talented students across a range of business disciplines, including project management, finance, marketing, human resources, business technology, entrepreneurship and social enterprise. Students bring fresh perspectives while helping organizations with:
- Financial relief: Covers up to 70% of student salary costs (for up to 50 work-terms annually).
- Strategic support: Helps organizations address capacity gaps, advance key initiatives, and tackle projects that would otherwise be difficult to resource.
- Build talent pipelines: Expose students to the not-for-profit and charitable sectors and access in-demand skills and fresh perspectives.
- Cost-effective capacity: Expand your team without significantly increasing overhead.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Changemakers Fund, organizations must satisfy the following criteria:
- Be a registered not-for-profit organization or charity registered with the CRA
- Employ a minimum of five full-time staff and demonstrate at least four years of organizational activity.
- Meet all eligibility requirements of the Ted Rogers Co-op Program.
鈥淭he Changemakers Fund creates space for students to discover the kind of leaders they want to become and see firsthand how their business skills can be applied in service of people, equity and community impact.鈥� -
How to apply:
- If the above eligibility criteria are met, the next step is to fill out the Application Form
- The deadline to submit for Fall 2026 hiring is Friday, August 14, 2026
- Once the application has been submitted, our team will contact you to let you know of your status
- For information on future work-terms, reach out to trsmpartners@torontomu.ca.
Deadline to appply
Friday, August 14, 2026
鈥淲e truly appreciate the support of 17c起草社区 and this fund. Without their support, we would not be able to hire a student for this much-needed role, which is essential to supporting our programs."
鈥�&苍产蝉辫;Marta Pineda, Director of Operations, Haven on the Queensway
Some of our employer partners
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any other questions please contact us at trsmpartners@torontomu.ca.
The Changemakers Fund enables not-for-profits and registered charitable organizations to access top-tier business talent at a significantly reduced cost. The fund helps organizations address capacity gaps, advance strategic initiatives and benefit from fresh perspectives while contributing to the development of future leaders committed to making a positive impact.
The Changemakers Fund creates lasting value for students and community organizations.
Organizations gain capacity to advance strategic initiatives, while students build practical business skills through real-world community impact.
Together, these partnerships strengthen the charitable sector and prepare future business leaders for impact-driven careers.
Not-for-profit organizations and charities registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) are eligible to apply. For more information on the differences between a registered charity and a not-for-profit organization, visit the .
Employers can hire undergraduate co-op students (typically in their third, fourth, and fifth years) and graduate students from the Ted Rogers School.
Undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce
(BComm (Honours)) programs:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Business Technology Management
- Economics and Management Science
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Global Management Studies
- Health Services Management (coming 2028)
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Human Resources Management
- Law and Business
- Marketing Management
- Real Estate Management
- Retail Management
Graduate programs:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Science in Management (MScM)
- Master of Health Administration (Community Care)
- PhD in Management
- Professional Master鈥檚 Diploma in Accounting (PMDip)
- Administrative Assistant
- Business Analyst
- Communication and Events Assistant
- Finance and Accounting Intern
- Fundraising Assistant
- Human Resources Coordinator
- Marketing Coordinator
- Project Coordinator
- Community Engagement Coordinator
Participating organizations are required to submit the following:
- Hiring documentation (offer letter or contract)
- Complete a student evaluation at the end of the term
- Proof of final payment to the student
- A document for reimbursement
Yes, you can submit multiple applications.
What our students have to say!
"I am so grateful I was able to work with and learn from an amazing team at Advantage Ontario. This team helped me improve my professional skills and expand my industry knowledge. I am thankful for the Scotiabank Changemakers Fund for making this opportunity possible."
鈥� Jessica Deng (Law and Business, BCom 鈥�22)
鈥淢y experience was a great way to begin my professional career. The team was smaller and I was able to work closely with my colleagues and exceed expectations as a co-op student, giving 110% all while making an impact in the community鈥�
鈥� Flavian Mihele (Accounting and Finance, BCom 鈥�19)