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- Financial Overview | UO Foundation
Annual performance and efficacy metrics for the variety of gifts we manage. Financial Overview The UO Foundation manages gifts of all types and sizes, with a financial focus on managing major gift endowments. Endowments are invested both to provide an annual distribution to support current university activities and to achieve a long-term growth rate that preserves the purchasing power of the endowments. In this way, endowments benefit both current and future generations. We are committed to following the highest standards of service and ethical conduct when managing private gifts for the benefit of the university. 2024-2025 Performance Highlights As of June 30, 2025 Total Assets $3.2 billion Endowment Value (Villard Investment Pool) $1.8 billion (returns, plus cash gifts, minus distributions) Distributions Made Available for Spending $47.9 million from true endowments (based on December 31, 2024 market value) Total University Support $250 million Total Gifts $292 million Gifts by Type Expendable Gifts 76% Endowed Gifts 24% Endowment Funds by Purpose Student Scholarships 35% Faculty Support 29% Research 14% Facilities & Equipment 1% Other UO Support 21% Gifts by Donor Type Foundations & Corporations 44% Friends 26% Family Foundations 19% Alumni 9% Parents 2% University Support by Purpose Facilities & Equipment 38% Faculty & Research 30% Student Scholarships 9% University Advancement 4% Other Student, Academic, & Operational Support 19%
- About the Foundation | UO Foundation
Supporting the University of Oregon by administering private charitable gifts and serving our donors' best interest About the Foundation Supporting the University of Oregon The University of Oregon Foundation is a charitable 501(c)(3) organization responsible for administering private gifts made to further the University of Oregon's mission. Although the Foundation is a separate entity from the university, the Foundation's sole reason for existence is to partner with the university and serve in our donors' best interest. We are committed to the highest standards of service and ethical conduct when it comes to managing donor gifts for the benefit of the university. Donors entrust the Foundation with fiduciary oversight of their charitable gifts and, in turn, we hold in confidence the details of that giving and other related information. Since 1922, the Foundation has received, invested, and distributed private gifts, funding student scholarships, faculty support, academic programs, and building improvements. The Board-approved investment strategy and distribution rate are designed to provide stable financial support for the university while preserving the purchasing power of the endowment and trust funds in the future. The Foundation ensures that all university spending of donor money is consistent with the donor's intention. Ensuring the management of donor gifts is a tremendous responsibility that every Board member and staff person take very seriously. This factors into every major decision the Foundation and its Board make, and whether that decision will affect the university today or not for many years to come. Core Values The Foundation applies important core values to our everyday interactions with colleagues, trustees, and donors. We base our business decisions and communications on the priorities of: Trust – Tell the Truth Respect – Be Nice Integrity – Do the Right Thing Commitment – Follow Through Read more about our core values. Responsibilities Foundation responsibilities include: Receipting and acknowledging donor gifts; Directing gifts to separately identifiable funds based on the purpose from the donor; Handling donor information with respect and confidentiality to the extent provided by law; Making regular reports to donors; Responding to donor questions with prompt, truthful, and forthright answers; Ensuring spending is consistent with the terms of the donor's designation; Managing unrestricted funds to provide the greatest benefit for the university; Acting as custodian for endowed gifts; Serving in legal capacities for planned giving arrangements. Relationship Between the University, Donors, and the Foundation University of Oregon University Development staff cultivate relationships with prospective and current donors and solicit gifts for the University. The University encourages gifts for purposes such as student scholarships, faculty support, academic programs, research, athletics, and building improvements. Charitable Giving Donors make gifts to the University of Oregon through the Foundation. Gifts are typically cash, securities, property, or deferred gifts. Donors may also choose to make a pledge to the University to be paid over time by any of the above means. Donors typically designate their gift to benefit a particular program, department or scholarship, either for current spending or as an endowment that will have limited spending but exist in perpetuity. University of Oregon Foundation The Foundation is a separate legal entity from the University, and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. The Foundation receives, records, receipts, and invests the gifts to the University. Gifts are held in separate equities based upon donor-designated purpose. The Foundation manages the funds until the University requests a distribution. The Foundation also maintains confidential donor information. Authorized university staff may receive data for use in fundraising. University of Oregon The University requests distributions from a specific equity based upon matching the current campus needs with the designated purpose. Oregon Consumer Privacy Act Notice In compliance with the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act, this notice outlines how we manage and safeguard personal data. Questions? If you have questions about the University of Oregon Foundation, please feel welcome to contact us at operations@uofoundation.org or call 541.302.0300 .
- Financial Statements | UO Foundation
Financial Statements The University of Oregon Foundation's most recent audited financial statement and tax return are available as indicated below. For more information, please contact askaccounting@uofoundation.org . Audited Financial Reports 2025 Audited Financial Report - 2024 Audited Financial Report - 2023 Audited Financial Report - 2022 Audited Financial Report - 2021 Audited Financial Report - 2020 Audited Financial Report - 2019 Audited Financial Report - 2018 Audited Financial Report - 2017 Audited Financial Report - 2016 Audited Financial Report - 2015 Audited Financial Report - Available Upon Request University of Oregon Foundation IRS Form 990 Tax Return University of Oregon Foundation Supporting Organization IRS Form 990 Tax Return Additional Resources W9 Form - IRS Determination Letter -
- FAQ | UO Foundation
Frequently asked questions FAQ What is the University of Oregon Foundation’s relationship with the University of Oregon? The Foundation is an independent charitable 501(c)(3) organization designated by the university to receive, manage, invest, and disburse private gifts to the university. Fundraising activities are managed by the university. Oregon law requires that a foundation be independent of a state university. Who governs the Foundation? The Foundation Board of Trustees is comprised of up to 30 volunteer alumni and non-alumni members. The Board has overall responsibility for the management of the Foundation. Trustees with diverse backgrounds, experience, and organizational and financial skills volunteer considerable time and effort to help the Foundation and the university grow and prosper. How is the Foundation funded? The Foundation’s operating budget is primarily funded by a .75% annual administrative fee on the market value of endowed assets, in addition to income from rentals and unrestricted gifts to the Foundation. How is my gift spent? Exactly as you direct. When you make a gift to the university through the Foundation, you determine the purpose and specific area of the university that will benefit from your generosity. Upon receipt of your gift, the Foundation will send you an acknowledgement that confirms the gift designation and can be used for tax purposes. When the university staff member in charge of the fund submits a spending request, the Foundation first ensures that the request meets the donor purpose language of the fund, then issues a check. Are there fees associated with my gift? The Foundation assesses a 5% gift fee. This fee is transferred directly to the University of Oregon to provide ongoing, essential funds for the university's advancement efforts and emerging priorities. How do endowments work? Endowment assets are maintained in perpetuity and are pooled for investment purposes. Currently, the Foundation annually distributes 4% of the market value to be used in accordance with each fund’s purpose. How do I establish an endowment? While any amount can be added to an existing endowment the minimum amount necessary to establish a new endowment is $100,000. The process is uncomplicated but is best addressed through face-to-face conversations. Please visit the University Advancement website for more information. What are the endowment returns? For the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, the Villard Investment Pool (VIP) returned 10.9% (net of fees). Over 10 years, the VIP achieved its primary objective of maintaining long-term purchasing power with annualized returns of 7.5%. According to the most recent NACUBO study (National Association of College and University Business Officers), the Foundation's performance ranks in the 80th percentile of 10-year annualized return rates. What is the value of the endowment? As of June 30, 2025, the Villard Investment Pool was valued at $1.8 billion. How do I update my information? Please contact our Records Management team at alumrec@uofoundation.org or call 541.302.0300.
- Statement From President & CEO - mobile | UO Foundation
Back to Home Page Celebrating 100 Years A statement from our President & CEO, Paul Weinhold Milestone anniversaries will always draw attention. One hundred years deserves so much more. When I imagine where the Foundation started in 1922, I am struck by the magnitude and importance of the Foundation today. With assets exceeding $3 billion, the University of Oregon Foundation is a meaningful contributor to the financial health and wellbeing of the university, its faculty, students and staff. It is an honor and a privilege to be part of this organization and witness firsthand the impact it has on the University of Oregon. Stewardship is an important theme for our staff. We recognize that each one of us play a vital role and that our roles are temporary in comparison to the longevity of the Foundation. While today we are celebrating one hundred years of service, we are proud that the Foundation will be here for hundreds of years to come, and it is our responsibility to ensure that we leave the organization in a better place for those who will come after us. Leading with our values of Trust, Integrity, Commitment and Respect in every action and interaction has been integral in remaining good stewards of the assets we manage on behalf of donors and the university. The Foundation is legally separate from the University of Oregon, but we exist to serve the university and its donors. The partnership we share with our colleagues at the university is strong and we are aligned. The financial success and growth of the endowment is due in large part to this incredible partnership, the generosity of our donors and a commitment to helping the university continue on the path of excellence. The Trustees of the Foundation are and have been the organization’s guiding lights. In the years I have been here, the generosity and commitment of Foundation Trustees has been inspiring and we are all grateful for their guidance, passion and support. Like the staff at the Foundation, our Trustees are devoted to doing what is right and making the organization better. I can say with confidence that the ethos present in the Trustees who are currently serving is consistent with those who have served over the last one hundred years. The Foundation is healthy and strong at 100 and the future is very bright for decades to come. I am proud to share this remarkable milestone with you. Thank you for your continued support of the Foundation and the University of Oregon. Paul Weinhold President/CEO
