Institutional Advancement

Advancing UNIVEN Together

Mobilising resources, strengthening partnerships and supporting the University's strategic priorities.

Advancement Unit

Institutional Advancement

Building sustainable support for student success, institutional development and engaged scholarship.

About Institutional Advancement

Mobilising support for UNIVEN's strategic priorities

The University of Venda Institutional Advancement Unit works through the UNIVEN Foundation to mobilise cash and in-kind resources, cultivate donor relationships and support projects that advance the University and the communities it serves.

Our Purpose

Vision and Mission

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Vision

Support UNIVEN's position as a comprehensive university by mobilising resources in cash and in kind.

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Mission

Secure investment for University development through bequests, endowments, grants and gifts while providing responsible stewardship to donors.

What We Do

Building sustainable support for the University

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Fundraising Coordination

Coordinates University-wide fundraising priorities and supports approved initiatives across faculties, centres and support units.

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Donor Stewardship

Builds relationships with donors, manages contributions responsibly and aligns giving with donors' expressed intentions.

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Strategic Projects

Mobilises external support for infrastructure, student financial aid, scholarships, capacity building and other institutional priorities.

Priority Areas

Where support can make an impact

University-wide prioritiesTeaching & learningStudent financial assistanceInfrastructureCentres of excellenceCapacity building
Partner with UNIVEN

Turn support into lasting impact

Explore current giving options or learn more about the projects supported through Institutional Advancement.