The University has established The University of Otago Foundation Trust, a New Zealand registered charitable trust (CC20440), as well as The Otago University Trust in the UK, The Alumni of the University of Otago in America, Inc. in the USA and the University of Otago Foundation for Malaysia.
The terms of these Trusts allow in-country tax benefits for Otago’s donors living abroad and ensure that the expressed wishes of donors are fulfilled.
The University of Otago Foundation Trust
The University of Otago Foundation Trust is a charitable trust which receives and administers donations, bequests and sponsorship monies for University and academic priorities.
The Otago University Trust (UK)
The Otago University Trust was established to provide a tax-effective vehicle for University of Otago supporters living in the United Kingdom. All gifts made through the Trust are transferred in full to the University of Otago for the precise purpose for which the gift was made.
Alumni of University of Otago in America, Inc
The Alumni of University of Otago in America, Inc. (AUOA) is a non-profit corporation founded by the University of Otago to encourage alumni, friends, and colleagues to support research and scholarship.
For further information please visit the AUOA website.
The University of Otago Foundation for Malaysia
The University of Otago Foundation for Malaysia was established in 2002 for the purpose of maintaining contact among all graduates in Malaysia. The Association’s activities will be oriented to specific goals.
Foundation Trust 2019 Report
The University of Otago is grateful to all donors who, through their generosity, are enabling the Foundation Trust to provide support across the spectrum of all University activities.
This Report highlights how your generosity has enabled the Foundation to support activities that advance the interests of our staff and students, and to back the world-class research that makes a real difference to health, wellbeing and knowledge globally.
Read the 2019 report online
Board of Trustees
- Mr Stephen Higgs, Pro-Chancellor, University of Otago Council (Chair)
- Professor Harlene Hayne, Vice-Chancellor, University of Otago
- Ms Carrie Hobson, Member, University of Otago Council
- Mr Stuart McLauchlan
- Dr Royden Somerville QC, Chancellor, University of Otago Council
For further information please contact
The Foundation Trust Secretary
Tel 64 3 479 8250
Email: [email protected]