The University of Illinois Foundation, also known as UIF, is a fundraising and private gift-receiving agency. Established in 1935, it is an independent, nonprofit membership corporation. The foundation works in collaboration with corporations, foundations, and faculty and campus development staff members. The University of Illinois Foundation organizes various fundraising activities, annual giving programs and capital campaigns. It offers trust, event management, and campaign planning and deployment services. The foundation provides online donation options. The University of Illinois Foundation is a part of the University of Illinois, which is an educational institution that offers a variety of graduate and undergraduate programs to more than 41,400 students.