Corporate and foundation partnerships play an important role in advancing the mission of Western Washington University. Through collaboration with industry, businesses, and philanthropic organizations, Western creates opportunities for students, strengthens academic programs, and supports research that benefits our communities and economy.

The Foundation for WWU & Alumni works with corporate and foundation partners to develop mutually beneficial relationships that connect organizations with Western’s expertise, resources, and talented students.

Whether your goal is to support student success, collaborate with faculty researchers, recruit emerging talent, or invest in innovation, we can help you navigate Western and build a partnership that aligns with your organization’s priorities.

Contact

Kerry Godes
Associate Vice President for Development
Email: godesk@wwu.edu
Phone: (360) 650-4199

Connect with Opportunities and Resources

Western offers many ways for organizations to engage with students, faculty, and programs across the university.

Support Students, Programs, and Facilities

A gift to Western Washington University is an investment in the future. Private support helps prepare the next generation of professionals while enabling faculty and students to pursue transformative research and learning opportunities.

Corporate and foundation partners can support:

  • Student scholarships and fellowships
  • Academic programs and research initiatives
  • Facilities, laboratories, and learning spaces
  • Student support programs and experiential learning opportunities

Work With Faculty and Students

Organizations can partner with Western faculty and students through applied research, experiential learning, and sponsored projects.

Opportunities include:

  • Faculty-led research collaborations
  • Sponsored research projects
  • Student internships
  • Capstone projects
  • Graduate or undergraduate fellowships

Engage with WWU Resources, Institutes, and Faculty Expertise

Corporate and foundation partners can connect with Western’s research centers, institutes, and specialized facilities.

Examples include:

Continuing Education and Professional Development

Western offers opportunities for organizations to support employee development and continuing education.

Programs include:

Professional and Continuing Education programs also provide learning opportunities throughout the Puget Sound region and online.

Learn more: https://pce.wwu.edu

Recruitment and Internships

Western students bring creativity, curiosity, and strong academic preparation to their work. Employers can connect with students through internships, job recruitment, and career engagement programs.

The Career Services Center works with employers to develop customized recruitment strategies and connect organizations with qualified candidates.

Learn more: https://careercenter.wwu.edu/employers

Program-Specific Internships

Practical experience is a critical part of a Western education, and many programs require students to gain experience through internships.

Featured Partnership: The Muljat Group

Western Washington University and The Muljat Group have partnered to create a program that supports student success.

Through this partnership, The Muljat Group donates 25 percent of agency compensation from qualified home sales to The Foundation for WWU & Alumni. These funds support scholarships for student athletes, programs for student parents, and initiatives that help students experiencing food and housing insecurity.

Learn more about the partnership: https://foundation.wwu.edu/muljat-group-partnership