Why Give to AST?

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Your generosity shapes future leaders. 

When you give, you remove barriers to theological education for those called to serve in ordained and lay ministry, in congregations, nonprofits, hospitals, and more. Your support makes flexible, hybrid learning possible, allowing students to pursue diplomas, degrees, and continuing education with minimal disruption to established homes, families, and communities.  

Because of donors like you, AST students learn in small classes with exceptional faculty, receive personal mentorship, and engage in immersive field placements that prepare them for real-world leadership. Your gifts also sustain vital financial aid—often the deciding factor that allows a student to say "yes" to their call. 

Set in a quiet neighbourhood only steps from Point Pleasant Park and the Atlantic Ocean, our campus offers space for reflection and renewal. Your investment ensures this transformative experience is accessible for those willing to pursue it. 

We are deeply grateful for every gift as every contribution helps shape AST’s future and enrich the spiritual, academic, and community life in Atlantic Canada and beyond. Thank you for your generosity! 

Here's how gifts to AST make a difference:  

Unrestricted gifts support critical areas of the school and its programs like student financial aid and community engagement.  

Our Annual Fund generates $150,000 annually to sustain operations and innovation. 

Previous capital campaigns have built a new library, improved campus accessibility, and funded future growth, while scholarships multiply impact across generations.