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Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest state-supported institutions of higher education on the West Coast and is one of the preeminent research universities in the world.
Giving Opportunities
Private financial support provides increased access and opportunity for students; innovative new programs; improved technology, equipment and facilities; and recruitment and retention of the faculty who make this University one of the best in the world.
About the Foundation
The UW Foundation advances the mission of the University of Washington by seeking and securing private support for its programs in service to students and society.
Alumni
The UW Alumni Association reaches, connects and celebrates alumni and friends of the University of Washington to build lifelong relationships, and to support the UW's mission.
Generosity. It's the Washington Way.

UW Foundation

Leadership at its finest

For sharing their time, expertise and support, Lynn and Mike Garvey are the 2011 Gates Volunteer Service Award Recipients.Read More ›

Putting up a 'W' for public schools

Husky head football coach Sarkisian and wife make gift to College of Education to support Washington state public school teachers. Read More ›

Innovating for Social Justice

UW students have devised a simplified interface for a portable and inexpensive ultrasound system that easily can be carried into remote locations around the globe. Read more ›

Feature Stories

Pride Points

Time magazine listed the UW Medicine Eye Institute’s research on gene therapy cures for color blindness as one of the Top 10 scientific discoveries of 2009.

The 160-seat Glenn Hughes Penthouse Theatre on the UW campus was the first theater in the round built in the United States.

UW students can choose from 149 majors and 90 minors.

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