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Galway University Foundation

Galway University Foundation CLG

Galway, Ireland

EducationScience & Research
Charity
Profile last updated: July 20, 2026

About

Galway University Foundation is a charity based in Galway, Ireland working on education, science & research.

Galway University Foundation is an independent registered charity that raises philanthropic support for the priority projects of the University of Galway in Ireland. It works with individuals, alumni, companies and foundations to fund student experience initiatives, research, facilities and campus development, including scholarships, academic posts, lectureships, and programmes such as the Finance Lab, IdeasLab and the Youth Academy. Donors can give through donations, legacy gifts, class gifts, lead gifts and corporate partnerships. The Foundation's stated aim is to ensure every student can thrive in an inclusive, well-equipped environment that supports academic excellence, research and innovation.

Location

Galway, Ireland

Organisation type

Charity

Legal form

CLG

Legal name

Galway University Foundation CLG

Registration

279868

Focus areas

philanthropyfundraisinghigher educationstudentsresearchlegacy givingUniversity of Galway

Languages

ENGA

Causes & programmes

Causes

EducationScience & Research

Works for

Students

Programmes

Finance Lab

Education

A real-world finance lab giving students practical experience in corporate finance, asset management, advisory services and venture capital, funded by the Foundation.

IdeasLab

Education

The University of Galway student innovation hub, supporting student creativity, ideas and enterprise, including the Enterprise Challenge.

Youth Academy

Education

A University of Galway programme for high-ability primary and secondary school students to learn subjects outside the school curriculum.

Funding & support

Funded by

Individual donationsCorporate partnershipsLegacies

Ways to support

DonateLegacy givingCorporate partnership

Credentials & affiliations

Partnerships

Deloitte, Medtronic, PwC, Boston Scientific, Merit Medical

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