Create some breathing room.

For forward-looking beacons.

Private support for universities is not a given in Germany. Many people consider research and education to be the responsibility of the government. But that is only partly true. Sustained excellence has long required more than just public funding: it requires greater flexibility, greater planning certainty, and more room for new, innovative ideas.

The COVID-19 crisis has shown just how important this is: scientific discoveries cannot be forced. Research projects must be prepared for everything: for progress as well as for setbacks. This applies to virology just as it does to any other scientific discipline.
Give the University of Cologne the staying power needed to develop forward-looking solutions.

Our foundation offers you a wide range of support options—across all areas of research and teaching that distinguish an internationally networked university.

Innovative Cutting-Edge Research

Cutting-edge research is essential to addressing the pressing issues of the future. However, public funding is often not approved until most of the preliminary work has already been completed. With your support, you can provide effective initial funding for new ideas and research approaches.

Knowledge Transfer

Social progress depends on access to knowledge. Only in this way can we succeed in overcoming the challenges of our time. The Cologne University Foundation provides targeted support for projects that strengthen the exchange between the university and the local community. Please support us in this effort!

Outstanding Young Talent

Knowledge and education are our society’s greatest assets. The Cologne University Foundation supports these goals—whether through scholarships for talented young scholars or by providing state-of-the-art technology for innovative teaching. Join us in making a difference!

Global Connectivity

Anyone who wants to provide guidance to the world should have a thorough understanding of it. That is why the University of Cologne has created a global network of knowledge. The University of Cologne Foundation helps ensure that this network can continue to grow. Please support us in this effort!

Cologne and the surrounding region

The University of Cologne has always been an active part of the city. The Cologne University Foundation fosters close ties with the region. The goal of all our projects is to strengthen Cologne as a region and the people who live here.