A named fund is a personal way to support a cause close to your heart. You choose the subject you want to support and make a donation, either as a one-off gift or over time.
The fund is managed by a person or group of people involved in that subject.
The fund bears your name, or a name of your choice, making your values and commitment visible for years to come. You can set up a fund on your own, with your family or in memory of someone dear to you.
A named fund offers the convenience of professional management while allowing you to make a clear impact. You don’t need to set up a separate foundation, but you still have a say in how the funds are used.
A fund can be set up in different ways and pursue different objectives, such as:
- Advancing knowledge in a specific area of research
- Awarding a prize or scholarships to selected students
- Funding research equipment
- Making study trips possible
- Giving international students the opportunity to study at the University of Antwerp
- Supporting students with limited financial means
Key conditions:​
- A named fund must run for at least two years​
- It can be set up for a fixed or indefinite period
- The fund can be given a specific name or title in consultation with the relevant faculty and the donor
Contact us at universiteitsfonds@uantwerpen.be or on +32 (0)3 265 23 66 for more information.