Politehnica Foundation
The organisation supports the long-term development of Politehnica University of Timisoara and provides a framework through which resources, partnerships and initiatives are transformed into projects that make a tangible impact on education, research, infrastructure and the university’s relationship with the community.

Mission
The Foundation’s mission is to support academic excellence and UPT’s strategic development through programmes that:
- Improve the quality of education and research;
- Attract financial and material resources, as well as expertise;
- Build links between the university, industry, society and alumni;
- Complement academic activities through community, cultural and innovation initiatives.
Key areas of activity
1. Education and professional development
The Foundation supports educational programmes, scholarships, extracurricular activities and initiatives focused on student development and the continuing professional development of academic staff.
2. Research and innovation
It supports research projects, the development of new technologies, international partnerships and initiatives that strengthen UPT’s scientific visibility.
3. Academic infrastructure
It contributes to the modernisation of laboratories, learning spaces, digital resources and the infrastructure that supports the university’s activities.
4. Community and alumni relations
The Foundation develops and coordinates programmes that connect the university with alumni, companies, cultural institutions and non-profit organisations, strengthening UPT’s role in the local and international community.
How you can support the Foundation
The Foundation offers a transparent way for individuals and organisations to support UPT through:
- Individual donations;
- Completing Form 230 online;
- Corporate sponsorships;
- Contributions to dedicated projects (scholarships, laboratories and social programmes);
- Involvement in the alumni network;
- Partnerships for educational or research initiatives.
Benefits for partners
The Foundation’s partners benefit from visibility across the projects they support, opportunities to contribute to the development of future generations of specialists, access to UPT events and programmes, and the opportunity to strengthen their social responsibility through collaboration with a prestigious academic institution.
Governance
Steering Committee




Financial control

Administrative management

