Foundation University
To be a dynamic, progressive school that cultivates effective learning, generates creative ideas, responds to societal needs and offers equal opportunity for all. In its quest for excellence …
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To be a dynamic, progressive school that cultivates effective learning, generates creative ideas, responds to societal needs and offers equal opportunity for all. In its quest for excellence in mind, body and character and the pursuit of truth and freedom, Foundation University commits itself to: develop students of sound character and broad culture; prepare students for a definite career; imbue students with the spirit of universal brotherhood; and advocate truth, promote justice and advance knowledge.
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To be a dynamic, progressive school that cultivates effective learning, generates creative ideas, responds to societal needs and offers equal opportunity for all. In its quest for excellence in mind, body and character and the pursuit of truth and freedom, Foundation University commits itself to: develop students of sound character and broad culture; prepare students for a definite career; imbue students with the spirit of universal brotherhood; and advocate truth, promote justice and advance knowledge.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyFoundation University is a registered environment nonprofit based in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, Philippines. It is registered with the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC). It was founded in 1949 and has been operating for 77 years. Its registration number is urityExperiment. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 36/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization.
Foundation University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 36/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 36 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in Philippines is 37/100.
Foundation University is located in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, Philippines. The organization was established in 1949 and has been active for 77 years. Its registered address is Dr Miciano Drive, Philippines.
Foundation University is classified as a Environment organization, registered in Philippines.
Foundation University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 36/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by PCNC. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
To be a dynamic, progressive school that cultivates effective learning, generates creative ideas, responds to societal needs and offers equal opportunity for all. In its quest for excellence in mind, body and character and the pursuit of truth and freedom, Foundation University commits itself to: develop students of sound character and broad culture; prepare students for a definite career; imbue students with the spirit of universal brotherhood; and advocate truth, promote justice and advance knowledge. Foundation University is classified as a environment organization registered in Philippines. The organization was founded in 1949.
Among environment charities registered in Philippines: Foundation University's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 36/100 is in line with the peer average of 37/100.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Philippines under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Foundation University is registered in Philippines. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Foundation University is registered in Philippines. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Foundation University Speech As Commencement Speaker (YB4tURBci2) - fathomjournal.org
Foundation University inaugurates Smeets Hall 2, new seven-story College of Nursing Building - UNIKBET
How Foundation University is putting Dumaguete on global tech map - SunStar Publishing Inc.
Tech at Dumaguete’s Foundation University core, 77 years later - Inquirer Technology
The Hopkins Forum: Is the Scientific Enterprise Too Risk-Averse? - Johns Hopkins University
From hub to grove: Foundation University cultivates tech excellence for the next generation - SunStar Publishing Inc.
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Quick facts about Foundation University
- What is Foundation University?
- Foundation University is a environment nonprofit organization based in Dumaguete, Philippines. To be a dynamic, progressive school that cultivates effective learning, generates creative ideas, responds to societal needs and offers equal opportunity for all. In its quest for excellence in mind, body and character and the pursuit of truth and freedom, Foundation University commits itself to: develop students of sound character and broad culture; prepare students for a definite career; imbue students with the spirit of universal brotherhood; and advocate truth, promote justice and advance knowledge.
- When was Foundation University founded?
- Foundation University was founded in 1949.
- Where is Foundation University located?
- Headquartered in Dumaguete, Philippines.
- Is Foundation University trustworthy?
- Foundation University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 36 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Foundation University's registration number?
- Registration: urityExperiment (Philippines).
- What is Foundation University's website?
- http://foundationu.com
- Are donations to Foundation University tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Philippines under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.