The University strongly encourages the solicitation and acceptance of gifts which enable it to fulfill its purposes of teaching, research, and community service.
Gifts are essential to an institution dedicated to higher education.
This policy is designed to provide guidance to the University community and the general public so as to facilitate the gift giving process. The University does not intend to stifle philanthropic creativity, and the intent of this policy is to provide prospective donors with the greatest freedom possible in formulating their gifts within governing programmatic, policy and legal parameters. Gifts may be solicited and accepted from individuals, corporations, foundations, and federal, state, and local governments. Gifts may be obtained, however, only for programs consistent with the mission of the University of Vermont. The University values and is responsible for maintaining its integrity, independence, and academic freedom.