
About us
The TUM University Foundation opens up entrepreneurial scope for the Technical University of Munich beyond state budgets and thus helps it to react quickly and flexibly to new requirements.
Purpose of the foundation
The purpose of the foundation as formulated in the statutes includes the promotion of the following areas in particular: Science and research, education and training, international understanding, civic engagement as well as art and culture at the Technical University of Munich.
Foundation bodies
Several foundation bodies manage and monitor the use of the funds. Find out here who you can entrust with your money.
Projects / Funding
The TUM University Foundation is particularly dedicated to the following topics:
- Sustainability and Society
- Campus and Community
- Learning, Teaching, Responsibility
- Health and Medicine
- Research and Discovery
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Here you will find examples of projects and initiatives that we have supported.

183 Founders
27 companies and over 100 private individuals, around half of whom are TUM alumni
(as of June 2024)
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TUM_Universitaetsstiftung_Broschuere_web.pdf This brochure introduces the TUM University Foundation. It features testimonials from donors and presents funded projects, among other things. 5 MB
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Erbschaftsbroschuere_web.pdf In this brochure, the TUM University Foundation explains the options for making a will in favor of the foundation and provides important tips and advice on how to draw up a will. 3 MB
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Stiftungsflyer_web.pdf This two-page flyer briefly introduces the TUM University Foundation. 689 KB