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NU and NIS Foundation was established in 2010 and is the endowment fund of Nazarbayev University and Nazarbayev Intellectual schools.
We strive to ensure that every step we take contributes to the development of quality education and innovative research, creating a solid foundation for future generations of Kazakhstan
The mission of the Fund is to support Nazarbayev University and Nazarbayev Intellectual schools over the long run by providing stable financing for their activities. The Fund allocates its funds to research programs, scholarships and grants, and for other statutory purposes.
The Foundation's activities are dedicated to supporting educational initiatives that are vital to shaping the intellectual and scientific potential of Kazakhstan. We believe that investing in education and science will not only enhance the quality of life for the people of Kazakhstan but also strengthen the country’s position on the global stage. By funding projects at Nazarbayev University and Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools, we aim to foster the development of a new generation of leaders who will drive Kazakhstan forward in innovation, technology, and sustainable development.
The Fund's activities are aimed at supporting educational initiatives that play a key role in shaping the intellectual and scientific potential of the country. We believe that investments in education and science will not only improve the quality of life for the citizens of Kazakhstan but also strengthen the country's position on the international stage. Funding projects at Nazarbayev University and Intellectual Schools is intended to foster the creation of a new generation of leaders who will drive Kazakhstan forward in the fields of innovation, technology, and sustainable development.
Our donors are independent private individuals and organizations. Anyone, whether a person or a company, can contribute to supporting quality education. If you’d like to get involved, please reach out to us at donate@nfoundation.kz
Strategic Objectives
1. Financial objective is to maintain the real value of the Fund’s assets over the long run after distributions are made. Once this objective is achieved, an additional objective is to increase the real value of the Fund’s assets.
2. Investment objective is to provide financing from the Fund in the amount determined in accordance with the Fund’s Spending Policy.
According to the generally accepted international practice of endowment funds, the Fund’s income from investment activities is used to finance research activities (research centers and research projects of professors and students), purchase of required laboratory equipment and consumables, student support, etc. This approach makes it possible to provide funding for scientific and educational activities over the long run.
