The Donation Acceptance Procedure outlines the processes for the acceptance of all philanthropic donations received by the University of 杏吧app下载.
杏吧app下载 (‘the University’) was first established by philanthropists and today, is an exempt charity under the Charities Act 2011. 杏吧app下载 accepts donations that do not compromise its integrity; the trust of its supporters; or its commitment to its global community of staff, students, and alumni. As an exempt charity, the University is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS), an independent public body that regulates the higher education system in England and reports to Parliament through the Department for Education (DfE).
The University is also registered with the Fundraising Regulator, the independent regulator of charitable fundraising in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All staff have a responsibility to notify the proposed receipt of all donations to the Alumni and Fundraising Team (‘AFT’).
This document sets out the University’s policies on accepting philanthropic donations.
The policy provides a comprehensive guide which respects the Donor’s intention and supports the University’s strategic aims including inclusivity and culture, student success, impactful research and knowledge exchange, and connected and sustainable campuses.
The Donation Acceptance Policy outlines the processes for managing the risks associated with accepting and refusing donations, including those informed by legislation. All donation acceptance decisions are recorded by AFT on the University’s alumni and fundraising database