The Kyushu University Fund was established in 2011 with the aim of supporting the university's education, research, medical services, and further improving and enhancing its environment. Support for students, including various scholarships, and support for researchers through various projects are being provided, all of which are made possible by the generous contributions of donors. In order to further expand this support, we kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation with our fundraising efforts.

○Kyushu University Funding Business

-Nurturing leaders who will forge new paths for the future-

The fund offers the following grants to provide an environment in which students and researchers can dedicate themselves to education, research, or medical care with peace of mind, and to cultivate leaders with abundant creativity and judgment underpinned by profound expertise and a broad educational　background, who will play an active role on the global stage.

○Donations to the Kyushu University Fund

-For the young people who will shape the future-

Adequate funds are required in order to enhance the education, research, and medical care environment and continue to produce outstanding personnel. With support from a variety of sources, including staff and faculty members, alumni, and companies, the university secures its fiscal base and expands businesses.

＊Kyushu University Fund Introduction Video

The video introducing the Kyushu University Fund is now available.

Please take a look at the video, which introduces the various projects implemented using your donations, along with the voices of the students who received the support. Click here for the video.

＊Types of donations

The Kyushu University Fund accepts the university-entrusted fund, Kyushu university students support fund (general donations) to support students, faculty, and staff, as well as specific donations to be used for specific projects.

To see all types of donations, click here.

*Method of donation

1.Sum donated
We welcome all donations, no matter how large or small. However, due to the administrative procedures involved, we request that one-off donations be at least ¥1,000 (at least ¥2,000 per year in the case of Kyushu University Affiliates providing ongoing support).

2.Method of donation
Donations can be made using the following methods. Leaflets and bank transfer forms are available from the Alumni and Fund Administration Division, General Affairs Department. Click here for details.

(1)Credit card donation

(2)Donation via a designated financial institution

(3)Donation from an ATM or via internet banking

(4)Donation by bequest

(5) Real estate, stock, and other donations

3.Receipt
The University will send donors a donation receipt upon receipt of the donation. Those making an ongoing donation by credit card will be issued with a receipt for their donations over the course of the previous year in January. The receipt will be required when filing a tax return and completing other procedures, so please keep it in a safe place. Receipts cannot be reissued, but it is possible to issue a "Certificate of Donation Receipt" in lieu of a receipt.

​​4. Preferential tax measures
Donations to the Kyushu University Fund (Kyushu University National University Corporation) have been designated by the Minister of Finance as specified donations eligible for contribution deductions under the Income Tax Act.

In addition, some local governments designate donations to universities as tax deductible. If you reside in such a municipality as of January 1 of the year following your donation, you may be able to receive a tax deduction on your personal residence tax. Donations to the Kyushu University are deductible in Fukuoka Prefecture, Fukuoka City, and Itoshima City. If you live outside these areas, please inquire with the division in charge of tax administration at your local prefectural/municipal government office.

In order to secure the deduction, you must keep the Donation Receipt and file a tax return with the competent tax office.

＊Acknowledgement

1. Kyudai Members
This is an award system for those who make continuous donations of 2,000 yen or more per year or a single donation of 10,000 yen or more. Anyone who meets the requirements can become a member.
After making a donation, a "Kyudai Membership Card" will be issued.

By presenting the card, you can enjoy a number of privileges such as use of on-campus facilities, discount privileges, and discounts at hotels and restaurants.

For more information, click here.

2. Disclosure of donors, installation of nameplates, and placement of names of donors at facilities

Donors' names and other information will be posted on the Kyushu University Fund website and publications, and donors' names and other information will be attached to nameplates in accordance with the cumulative amount of donations. Furthermore, their names can be used in the naming of funds for the purpose of improving the University's existing buildings and educational and research environment.(Except for those who do not wish to have their names revealed.)

For more information, click here.

＊Other initiatives

Various activities are being carried out, including preparing Kyushu University Fund Activity Reports, conducting Kyushu University Fund 'Inheritance and Will Seminars,' and opening official social media accounts. Further information on future activities will be posted on the Kyushu University Fund website from time to time.