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The University of Waikato Foundation | Te Pou Taunaki
Every contribution, no matter the size, empowers students to unlock their full potential while amplifying the Universityâs positive influence on society and the economy
The University of Waikato Foundation | Te Pou Taunaki Foundation â who we are
The University of Waikato Foundation | Te Pou Taunaki Foundation is an independent charitable trust which administers donations to the University and distributes funds to chosen areas.
The Foundation is part of the University's Development Office, which also looks after alumni relations.
When you give to the University, you make a huge impact on the lives of the students who benefit from your generosity.
We welcome and encourage donations from anyone with an active interest in Waikato University â including alumni, staff, students, stakeholders, businesses, and members of the community.
Your Support Matters
Every gift helps students achieve their potential and enriches the University of Waikato experience. Through donations, memorial gifts, and support for campus projects, donors create opportunities and enhance learning environments for current and future students.
All donations are recorded by the University, and donors may choose to remain anonymous. Personal information is managed in accordance with the University of Waikato Privacy Statement.
Areas of Impact
Support students, scholarships, healthcare and groundbreaking research through a gift to the University of Waikato. Donate now.
If you have a question for us, or youâd like to receive occasional updates on progress, or youâd like to support the programme or youâre considering studying medicine at UoW in the future, enter your details and weâll keep in touch.
A Scholarship, Prize or Award is a meaningful way to help Waikato students achieve their potential. Please review the guidelines below then contact us to discuss the opportunities available and impact your support can make. Contact the UoW Foundation
Invest in the future with a gift in your will.
After taking care of those closest to you, consider leaving a legacy that supports students, research and innovation at the University of Waikato for years to come. Read more.
We are very grateful for non-financial support to help students, such as hosting interns through our Work Integrated Learning programme, donated products and services, or mentoring a student/s. There are many ways you can help. Email The Foundation to learn more.
The UoW Foundation in Numbers
$8.29m in total donations (2020-2024)
$8,191 Average gift value (2020-2024)
457 Total number of donors (2020-2024)
1,013 Number of donations received (2020-2024)
Who are our Donors?
40% Alumni
32% Individual Donors
21% Trusts & Foundations
7% Organisations
Donor Highlights
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, University of Waikato students, staff and researchers are fulfilling their full potential and contributing solutions to the critical questions of our time. Their donations help to support world-leading education.
Board of Trustees
Sir John Gallagher has served on the University Council since 1990, been Pro-Chancellor and Chancellor, and was formerly Chair of the Foundation before his current position as Patron. He has an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Waikato.
In 2015, the Glenice and John Gallagher Foundation established the Dr John Gallagher Chair in Engineering, to further the University's engineering research.
Doctor Smith was appointed Chair of the University's Foundation in 2024. He was appointed to the University's Foundation in 2022.
In 1989, Dr Smith became the University's first Rhodes Scholar, which saw him attend the University of Oxford to complete his doctorate.
Andrew is currently the Chief Executive of Prolife Foods, known for brands such as Mother Earth, Alison's Pantry and Donovan's Chocolates.
In 2019, he received a Distinguished Alumni Award from the University in recognition of his international business success.
In 2021, he established the Dr Andrew Smith Medal for Academic Excellence and is a foundation donor to the University of Waikato Distinguished Alumni Scholarship.
Susan was appointed to the University's Foundation in 2016. She is also a member of the Honours Committee, and was appointed Pro-Chancellor in 2017.
Susan was previously Headmaster of Hamilton Boys' High School. Beginning her career at the school as a first-year English teacher, in 2000 she was appointed Headmaster â becoming the first woman to lead a New Zealand boys' school.âŻ
In the 2021 Queen's Birthday Honours, she was named an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to education.
Sir Paul was appointed Trustee to the University's Foundation in 2021. As chair of the University of Waikato Campus Development Committee, he helped lead the development of the Tauranga campus, and made major contributions to revamping Bay Oval and the Adams High Performance Sports Centre.
Sir Paul is currently the executive chair of Carrus, a property development company he founded in 1990. He is also chair of Accessible Properties, a not-for-profit social and disability housing provider.
In 2013, Sir Paul was appointed a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his services to business and philanthropy. In 2019, he was appointed a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to philanthropy and the community.
Kevin was appointed Trustee to the Universityâs Foundation in 2023. In 2020, he received a Distinguished Alumni Award from the University in recognition of his outstanding contribution to leadership and his innovative approach to promoting some of New Zealandâs best-known brands.
Kevin is the former CEO of My Food Bag and Tourism New Zealand and has over 30 years of experience in marketing and business leadership in New Zealand and internationally and in 2018 he was inducted into the New Zealand Marketing Hall of Fame.⯠Kevin has continued to give back to the University over the years by sharing his leadership expertise with students and, has previously chaired the Waikato Management School Business Advisory Board.âŻ
Latest Foundation news
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University launches Annual Appeal for 2022
The University of Waikato has launched its Annual Appeal for 2022, this year focusing on support for student scholarships, nursing graduates, and budding opera stars.
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Scholarship for Climate Change
A Mount Maunganui student and keen surfer is the inaugural recipient of the Toi Moana Climate Change Scholarship awarded by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.
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Scholarship recipient honours cherished former staff member
Third year Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science student, Petra Guy, is the inaugural recipient of the Huy Tien Vu Scholarship.
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Inaugural scholarship recipient committed to furthering women in business
A new scholarship supporting more women to study business at the University of Waikato has helped its first protégé, who is now encouraging others to follow in her footsteps.
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Scholarship supports two worthy women in technology
The inaugural Endace Women in Technology Scholarship has been awarded to two University of Waikato students.
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Pioneering Psychology Professor leaves peaceful parenting legacy
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Scholarship enables inaugural recipient to contribute to the redevelopment of Tauranga City
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Philanthropically-funded role enables Music to grow