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Aalto University Review for Donors 2025

Your donation is an investment in the future. Together, we can provide current and future generations with the best possible foundation for making sustainable, wise decisions.
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Camilla Wardi

A warm thank you for your support and for building the future with us!

At Aalto University, we’re solving the great challenges of tomorrow, today.

Read the message from the Head of Donor Engagement

Camilla Wardi, Tero Ojanperä, Sari Baldauf, Ilkka Niemelä

A! Sign of Change – Join us

A! Sign of Change fundraising campaign is underway.

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The Presidents of of the three founding universities: Yrjö Sotamaa, Matti Pursula and Eero Kasanen

Aalto University turns 15

Aalto University is a success story of boldness and collaboration.

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Risto Siilasmaa

From frustration to action – Why we need to support universities

Fundraising from private sources plays a growing role in the university funding.

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Saastamoinen Foundation donates EUR 1.5 million 91ÇàÇà²Ý University

The donation will support Aalto’s multidisciplinary activities in the new Marsio building

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Minna Maasilta, Timo Maasilta and Pekka Österlund from Maa- ja vesi tekniikan tuki ry at the Department of Built Environment.

Transferring water expertise across generations

Maa- ja vesitekniikan tuki ry has long been a supporter and partner of Aalto University.

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Photo by Aleksi Poutanen.

Remember to claim tax deduction on your donation!

Did you know that your donations 91ÇàÇà²Ý University are tax-deductible? You can deduct monetary donations totalling 850 euros or more during the calendar year. This means that you can make your donation in several installments. 

The maximum tax-deductible donation is 500,000 euros for private individuals and 250,000 euros for companies and organisations per year.

Aalto's supporters in the United States can to benefit from US tax deductions.

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Pay it forward

The love for culture and the arts inspired this IT expert to support film education with a significant donation.

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Hanna Mäkijärvi in a lecture hall at the School of Business.

Together we can achieve great things

Staying connected to her alma mater and former classmates is something Hanna Mäkijärvi values deeply.

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Heikki Poutanen

Heikki Poutanen: Insights from my life and the philosophy of the new People Know it Better fund

An alumnus of Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Heikki Poutanen talks in his own words about his life, career and leadership philosophy. With the substantial donation of Mr. Poutanen, Aalto University established the Heikki Poutanen People Know it Better Leadership Fund in 2024, the funds of which will be used to support teaching and research in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management in line with Poutanen's leadership philosophy.

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Do part of your studies abroad

Donations targeted at student exchange make international studies possible.

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The joy of learning for juniors

Aalto University Junior inspires children and young people to learn, discover and create.

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Let’s build the future together – Choose where to make an impact

Aalto University’s donation targets are grouped under four key themes – choose the ones that matter most to you. You can help safeguard the continuity of basic research, accelerate top-level research and art, ensure high-quality education for future experts, or support innovation and entrepreneurship.

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    Long-term commitment

    We are seeking donations to our endowment funds to support Aalto’s long-term work and to secure our financial base. Long-term basic research builds on previous developments and supports further work. Now is the time to lay the foundations for future research and innovation. A donation 91ÇàÇà²Ý University is an investment in a better, sustainable future.

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    Research and art spearheads

    The university needs funds that are immediately available for our exciting spearhead research and art projects. Donations can be used to launch projects, kick-start initiatives or accelerate efforts towards a major breakthroughs.

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    Future talent

    Success and development don’t just happen. We need to invest in courageous, curious and talented people with different backgrounds and perspectives to create the future. Now is the time to prepare for the looming skills shortage and ensure that education gives our young people the tools they need to succeed. The future is being built today.

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    Entrepreneurship and innovation

    Advancing an entrepreneurial mindset means teaching entrepreneurial skills to all students and supporting student-driven entrepreneurial activities.  For researchers, we provide support to ensure that potential inventions will find their way to commercialisation and greater societal impact.

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    Donation in honour of a special occasion

    A donation in honour of a special occation is a perfect option for an immaterial gift. Set up a fundraiser and donate to science, technology, art and business.

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    Named Donation

    A named donation is a contribution of at least 10.000 euros 91ÇàÇà²Ý University. You can name the donation after yourself or, for example, your graduating class.

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    Leave a better future as your legacy

    A legacy gift for the university is a step towards a better future.

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    Heartfelt thanks to all the donors to the DIEM Prodeko fund for your support!

    Donations to the fund have a significant impact on the development of teaching, research, and students’ working life skills in the field.

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    Donations 91ÇàÇà²Ý University in 2024

    Donations advance the purpose of the university and strengthen its long-term financial sustainability.

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    Key figures of 2024 and annual reports

    On this page, we present key figures of 2024 and the Annual Board Report and Financial Statements.

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    A! Sign of Change

    University's government funding has decreased. We need your support. Make a donation for a sustainable future!

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