American Friends of Wageningen University - University Fund Wageningen

OUR PURPOSE

University Fund Wageningen is the independent expert in connecting donors with exceptional talent and research at Wageningen University & Research (WUR). Through the additional, philanthropic fourth source of funding, it allows projects and activities that are not or not fully eligible for regular funding to still be realised and accelerated. In doing so, we increase WUR’s impact and contribute to Wageningen’s mission. We support fundamental and cuttingedge research, excellent degree programmes for WUR students and the stimulation of entrepreneurship – all three of which are necessary to find solutions to the societal challenges of today and tomorrow.

OUR GOALS

University Fund Wageningen raises funds for three purposes:

1. Talent

To support WUR talent, including through scholarships, awards and innovative education.

2. Research

To enable ground-breaking research, including towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

3. Entrepreneurship

To promote sustainable entrepreneurship among students, junior researchers and alumni.

PUBLIC BENEFIT ORGANISATION

University Fund Wageningen is a registered Public Benefit Organisation in the Netherlands (ANBI). Gifts to the fund are often tax-deductible, including gifts from abroad. Please check the fiscal laws of your country of residence for details on the tax deductibility of your gift. We have also been granted a Equivalency Determination (ED) Certificate through NGO Source. The ED Certificate states that we are certified as equivalent to a U.S. public charity under the IRS' ED standards. For larger gifts, such as a periodic donation or an inheritance with a minimum of €50,000, several options are possible, including the establishment of a Named Fund.

Annual Report

Curious to learn more about our activities? Read our Annual Report!