About us

The Center for Cooperation with Benefactors and Alumni is a structural unit of Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, established to develop long-term partnerships between the University, its alumni, and benefactors. The Center aims to systematically build sustainable relationships, initiate joint projects, and create new formats of interaction within the University.

The Center facilitates the attraction of financial and non-financial support for the implementation of educational, scientific, infrastructural, and social initiatives. It also fosters a culture of philanthropy and supports the development of the LNU alumni community both in Ukraine and abroad.In its activities, the Center is guided by the legislation of Ukraine, the University’s Statute, relevant internal regulations, and operates under the authority of the Rector.The Center for Cooperation with Benefactors and Alumni was established in accordance with the decision of the Academic Council of Ivan Franko National University of Lviv (Protocol No. 1/12 dated December 23, 2025) and enacted by Rector’s Order No. O-177 dated December 24, 2025.

Mission of the Center:

To contribute to the sustainable development of the University by fostering a culture of philanthropy and partnership based on shared values, trust, and mutually beneficial cooperation.

Key Areas of Activity:

• Fundraising (Charitable):expanding the network of donors and partners of the University; developing relationships with benefactors and alumni; initiating and coordinating charitable projects and programs (including scholarships, infrastructure, and socio-educational initiatives); accumulating and ensuring the effective use of donations; maintaining transparency and trust through proper communication and reporting to donors.
• Promotional:ensuring high-quality internal and external representation of the University; organizing promotional and career guidance events.
• Development (Fundraising & Grants):monitoring and utilizing opportunities of grant programs and projects to support the University’s needs; assisting faculties and departments in preparing grant applications; attracting targeted support programs from public and private funds; establishing connections with national and international donors, charitable foundations, benefactors, and sponsors to increase non-budget funding.

To build a strong national and international alumni community of Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, along with a circle of strategic benefactors who consistently support the University’s educational, scientific, infrastructural, and social initiatives.