Every gift begins with a commitment to something that matters. If you would like to direct your gift towards a particular purpose, we would be pleased to help identify an initiative that reflects your interests and aspirations. Together, we can explore how your gift can support research, education or other activities at ͯÑÕÊÓÆµ.
Suggested causes
Here you can explore examples of areas that can be supported through donations, although the opportunities extend far beyond those listed here.
Democracy research
As anti-democratic forces gain strength, the role of universities in conducting objective research on democracy becomes even more important.
Arctic and Sámi research
What is it like to live in the North? We benefit from our northern location and are a leading university in Arctic and Sámi research.
Climate research
Exploring and studying the effects of climate change is an important area of research at Umeå University.
Medical research
Which area of medical research matters most to you? You can choose the field of research your donation will support.
Infection research
Antibiotic-resistant microorganisms are becoming more common, and there is a lack of effective treatments for serious viral diseases.
Humanities and cultural studies
Human cultures, rural communities and cultural traditions. What happens when societies change?
Forest research
Forests are an important resource in northern Sweden, and Umeå University aims to further develop its forest research.
Financial research
Research in this area addresses issues related to business, growth and distribution that affect people's everyday lives and working lives.
Curiosum
Through educational activities and experiences, Curiosum increases public interest in science and technology.
Bildmuseet
Art gives expression to the pressing issues of our time and inspires reflection, public debate and creativity.
Freedom of choice
It is difficult to choose among so many worthwhile causes. You can either specify your own area to support or make an unrestricted gift, allowing ͯÑÕÊÓÆµ to direct your donation to where it is needed most.
Choose your own cause
If you are passionate about an area that is not listed here, you can instead choose to support a cause of your own.
General donation to ͯÑÕÊÓÆµ
You do not need to choose a cause. Let us direct your gift to where it is needed most right now.
How to donate
Whatever part of the University you choose to support, we are grateful for your contribution to helping opportunities grow. We will guide you through the process of making a gift.