Research Promotion
Tyler Gamble
Research Promotion Chair
Raising funds for vital HVAC&R research, scholarships, and technical projects that advance the industry and improve building environments.
2026-27 RP Campaign
Tracking our Progress Towards our Goal.
So far we have raised $0 towards our $8,000 goal! That‘s 0% of the total!
Scholarship Balance
Each fund is established with a minimum endowment of $30,000 USD, which distributes a $1,500 USD annual scholarship. For each additional $15,000 USD raised, the scholarship value will increase by $750 USD.
The next fund level for both Regina Chapter scholarships is at $45,000 USD, which will then distribute a $2,250 USD annual scholarship.
Don Bell Memorial Scholarship ($31,483)
Grant Dawson Memorial Scholarship ($38,040)
Regina Legacy Fund Balance
The Regina Legacy Fund which was established in 2026, is an “endowed fund” via the ASHRAE Foundation. The ASHRAE Foundation Board of Trustees invests the funds, and provides a 5% annual return, beginning one year after the fund reaches a balance of $3,000. The chapter will receive 5% credit towards their yearly RP campaign based on the balance of the fund on June 30 of the previous year.
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The Research Promotion (RP) Committee is responsible for raising awareness of the value, objectives, and accomplishments of ASHRAE research across the chapter and the broader HVAC&R industry. The committee spearheads the chapter’s annual fundraising efforts to support Society-sponsored research, scholarships, and the ASHRAE Foundation. Through strategic planning, prospect targeting, and donor recognition, the committee works closely with chapter leadership to secure vital financial resources from local businesses and individual members.
Core Responsibilites:
Training and Conference Attendance
The Committee Chair is required to attend the Chapters Regional Conference (CRC) as well as the Research Promotion Centralized Training to align with Society goals and strategies.
Effective Communication
Clearly communicating the objectives, benefits, and overall value of ASHRAE research to every Society member and industry stakeholder.
Annual Fundraising and Income Growth
Increasing the annual income for Society-sponsored research by soliciting local members and businesses that benefit directly or indirectly from ASHRAE’s technical advancements.
Foundation and Scholarship Support
Actively collecting funds and providing direct support for the ASHRAE Foundation and various educational scholarships.
Full Circle Donations
Coordinating effort within the chapter leadership to secure “Full Circle” donations from chapter officers.
Goal Setting and Strategic Planning
Collaborating with chapter officers to formulate a detailed plan and establish the total fundraising goal for the fiscal year.
Prospect List Development
Collaborating with chapter officers to formulate a detailed plan and establish the total fundraising goal for the fiscal year.
Prospect Assignment and Goal Allocation
Assigning minimum contribution targets for each prospect and dividing the list among committee members with a clear timeline for outreach and progress reporting.
Administrative Reporting and Contribution Processing
Following established administrative guidelines for tracking, gathering, and reporting financial contributions. This includes completing the Research Promotion Donor Form and submitting all checks directly to Headquarters.
Record Keeping
Maintaining a clear, written record of every committee activity and fundraising event throughout the year.
Regional Coordination
Cooperating and aligning fundraising strategies with the Regional Vice-Chairs (RVC) for Research Promotion.
Dedicated Research Meetings
Coordinating with chapter officers to ensure that at least one chapter meeting per year is officially dedicated to “Research” or “Research Promotion”.
Donor Recognition
Ensuring that past and present financial contributors are appropriately recognized and thanked throughout the year.
Upcoming Events
Sep
03
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sep
23
September 23 - September 25
Oct
08
October 8 - October 9