About the Foundation

The Foundation has a unique and important relationship with the University of Oregon. We focus on the management and distribution of gifts, while a strong University Development office handles the cultivation of donor relationships, and solicitation.

The purpose and mission of the Foundation are, acting on its own or through affiliates, to support and assist the University of Oregon in its activities by management and administration of Foundation assets representing privately donated funds, by leading advocacy for the University, and by developing, financing, constructing, acquiring and operating facilities for or on behalf of the University.

Since 1922, the Foundation has received, invested, and distributed private gifts, funding student scholarships, faculty support, academic programs, and building improvements. Distributions have always been made according to the donors' intention. Our goal has remained the same from the beginning: to provide stable financial support for the University while preserving the purchasing power of endowment and trust funds in the future.

It’s a tremendous responsibility. One that we take very seriously. It factors into every major decision the Foundation and its Board of Trustees make, whether that decision will affect the University today or for many, many years to come.