Inspiring Stories

Celebrating your philanthropy

Many of us are familiar with the expression ‘the people make the place’ and nowhere is this truer than at ROM. The Museum would not be a world-class cultural institution without the generous support of so many individuals, families and corporations. Here are just a few stories of ROM volunteers and donors who have gone above and beyond.     

 

Emma Jenkin

Like so many others who grew up in Toronto, Emma Jenkin holds a special place in her heart for the ROM. From weekend visits with her parents to school field trips to summer camps, the Museum was a big part of her youth.  

Tom Miller has always believed in the power and purpose of storytelling – for entertainment, for education, for preserving culture, and for instilling moral values. For bringing people together.

Jack Rhind has been a true friend to the ROM for more than three decades. As one of our most senior and beloved volunteers, and a generous donor, Jack has truly helped shape the Museum. 

The ROM mourns the loss of dedicated supporter Ada Slaight. Ada's lifelong passion for art and culture and her philanthropy at the ROM - enabling thousands of students across Ontario to visit and learn from the Museum – made a tremendous impact.

On November 14, 2018, the ROM proudly announced that Toronto philanthropists Jeff Willner and Stacey Madge generously committed $5 million for the future Willner Madge Gallery, Dawn of Life. 

The Rebanks post-doctoral fellowship promotes innovative lines of inquiry across art, culture, and nature.
 

Melisa Ngan, Manager of Donor Circles at ROM Governors

Meet Melisa Ngan, Manager of Donor Circles, ROM Governors.

Jessica Provencher, YPC Member

Each month, we profile a passionate member of the ROM's Young Patrons Circle, whose philanthropy is bringing art, nature and culture to life at the Museum. Meet YPC Member Jessica Provencher.

Since its inception in 2005, the School Visits Bursary Program has enabled more than 184,000 student visits to the ROM, subsidizing the cost of bus transportation, guided gallery tours, and hands-on learning.  

Amer Bhatti, YPC Member

Each month, we profile a passionate member of the ROM's Young Patrons Circle, whose philanthropy is bringing art, nature and culture to life at the Museum. Meet YPC Member Amer Bhatti.