About the Foundation
- The University of Golfito Foundation (FUdG, or Foundation) is a non-for- profit institution accourding to Costa Rican Law # 5338, "Ley de Fundaciones." The FUdG, or Foundation's C.R. identification number is: 3-006-334181. As required by law, the Foundation is an institution of public service governed by a 5-member Board. One member is appointed by the Executive Branch of the Costa Rican government, a second member is appointed by the Municipality of Golfito, and the other three members are appointed amongst the founding party.
- The
mission of the Foundation is to support and develop higher
education, the conservation of natural resources, support research, and
to contribute in the study and solution of national problems.
The University Foundation is the
organization responsible
for raising funds to support all programs and funds,
including Research Fund, Rain Forest Conservation, Scholarships, and the Operating funds. The
Foundation has established several independent funds for donors to
support, accourding to their personal,
or institutional preferences.
There are also different ways for your to support the university efforts. It can be done through Endowment, Wire Transfer, or Cheque.
There are also different ways for your to support the university efforts. It can be done through Endowment, Wire Transfer, or Cheque.
The Foundation owns and operates the Golfito Field Station and supports
small grants for research at the Station. The FUdG is an active
member of GAT-Sur, and supports
training in management to local grass-root organizations, with the
strategic alliance with JUDESUR.
University Project
University WebPageU. Pacifico Sur (Pagina)
Donation Options
- Rain Forest Fund
- Research Fund
- Scholarship Fund
- HOW TO Donate
- Wire Donation Form
- Cheque Donation Form
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The Golfito Field
Station
Three separate sites provide access to the Golfito Rain Forest. The Golfito Field Station has laboratories, library and internet access.
More about
conducting Research at the
Golfito Field
Station
If you have questions about our Programs and Funds, please contact us at: (506) 8884-0508 - Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Central America time ( -5 UGT)
Or, write to us at:
fundacion@upacificosur.org