FAQ
GJUAF stands for Global Jadavpur University Alumni Foundation, founded in 2019, registered in California, a tax exempt 501 c 3 non-profit organization. Donations from USA residents will be tax exempt. GJUAF will issue a 501 c 3 certificate. Donations from Indian residents will also be tax exempt. The donors from India will receive 80G certificates from the Finance Office at JU. Donors from India are requested to send a copy of their donation details to GJUAF. Please register at GJUAF Website: www.gjuaf.org/register
To provide a platform for global JU Alumni, to meet & share their ideas for assisting JU (students/ research scholars and professors/departments) through working with JU administrators with the goal of JU becoming a world class university.
GJUAF is operated as a Foundation, bringing alumni of the world on a common platform, for the benefit of JU – students, professors, research scholars and facilities. There is no member in GJUAF. There is no subscription to join GJUAF. GJUAF focusses on developing innovative programs working with JU professors and head of the departments. For example, GJUAF is developing “Integrated Circuits – a Center of Excellence” for the Electronics and Communication Engineering Department; assisting one-of-a-kind program for Bengali literature for the School of Culture Text Records. These examples substantiate GJUAF’s mission for Jadavpur University. Many innovative programs will be implemented in the future.
Yes! GJUAF is a 501 c 3 certified organization in the USA (Tax ID # 84-2431583). Many employers in the USA match their employee’s contribution to only 501 c 3 organizations. Several corporate organizations have been successful in matching their employees’ contribution.
Yes. Please see GJUAF’s website. For the past few years, GJUAF has completed several projects. These include Digital Divide Initiative by the Vice Chancellor (provided funds to JU to assist students during the pandemic time); Assist Computational Lab at the Production Engineering Department (donated 15 computers); Chemical Engineering Department’s centenary program (participated and made financial contribution); Assisted Geological Sciences Department (donated 10 computers).
GJUAF is in the process of collecting information from various departments (Mechanical/ Electrical/Chemistry / English / CSE/Physics and Chemical Engineering) about their needs. GJUAF will evaluate projects submitted by various departments, the funding of these projects will depend upon the availability of funds. One-of-a kind project has been launched in 2023 on Integrated Circuits – a Center of Excellence at the Electronics Telecommunication Engineering Department.
Financial transparency is extremely important to GJUAF. GJUAF and JU’s Finance Office maintain ledgers (spreadsheets) for donations received and monitor expenses incurred for each of the projects. The Procurement process for materials and services for various department adheres to the policies and procedures of JU. GJUAF ensures maintaining auditable documentations both at the JU’s Finance Office and at GJUAF’s office in the USA.
Our plan is to engage a group of dedicated local alumni for each department to monitor closely the progress of the execution in coordination with the HOD and JU assigned contractor for the completion of the project. GJUAF members responsible for the project will maintain communications with the local alumni and HOD. The project completion report will be prepared accounting for cost and operability of the system.
Our plan is to make continuous engagement with alumni around the world and include non-alumni (Friends of JU) who believe in the GJUAF’s mission for supporting JU to become one of the best academic and research institution in the world. GJUAF believes this process as “Friend Raising” than “Fund Raising “. This is a collaborative effort, and everyone’s ideas will be entertained.
The methods to contribute/donate can be found on the website. For alumni/donors residing in the USA, a tax exemption certificate (501 c 3) from GJUAF will be provided. Alumni residing in India will receive 80G certificate from the University itself. Please review www.gjuaf.org for options for sending donations. GJUAF encourages alumni to consider donating through the annual Tuesday Giving Facebook Program. Alumni can donate from anywhere in the world in any currency through the GJUAF’s Facebook page. GJUAF received donations without any transaction fees. However, the Foundation encourages people to reach out to any of the GJUAF volunteers to cater to specific needs and questions.
Social media – Facebook and LinkedIn/ e-mail / zoom meetings / personal network etc. Currently we have 2500 followers on Facebook and 1000 followers on LinkedIn. GJUAF’s goal is to reach out to every alumnus in every corner of the world. GJUAF has been looking for Batch Captains/Champions for every graduating class and for every department. There can’t be any better opportunity for helping your alma mater.
Yes! GJUAF along with Jadavpur Chemical Engineering Alumni Association raised substantial funds from Industries in India for the celebration of Centenary of ChE department. We will follow a similar strategy for other departments for O & M programs also.
Our plan is to engage a group of dedicated local alumni for each department to monitor closely the progress of the execution in coordination with the HOD and JU assigned contractor for the completion of the project. GJUAF members responsible for the concerned project will maintain close communication with the local alumni and HOD. The project completion report will be prepared accounting for cost and operability of the system.
Our plan is to make continuous engagement with alumni around the world and include non-alumni (Friends of JU) who believe in the GJUAF’s mission for supporting JU to become one of the best academic and research institution in the world. GJUAF believes this process as “Friend Raising” than “Fund Raising “. This is a collaborative effort, and everyone’s ideas will be entertained.
The methods to contribute/donate can be found on the website. For alumni/donors residing in the USA, a tax exemption certificate (501 c 3) from GJUAF can be provided. Alumni residing in India will receive 80G certificate from the University itself. Please review www.gjuaf.org for options for sending donations. GJUAF encourages alumni to consider donating through the annual Tuesday Giving Facebook Program. Alumni can donate from anywhere in the world in any currency through the GJUAF’s Facebook page. GJUAF received donations without any transaction fees. However, the Foundation encourages people to reach out to any of the GJUAF volunteers to cater to specific needs and questions.
Social media – Facebook and LinkedIn/ e-mail / zoom meetings / personal network etc. Currently we have 2500 followers on Facebook and 1000 followers on LinkedIn. GJUAF’s goal is to reach out to every alumnus in every corner of the world. GJUAF has been looking for Batch Captains/Champions for every graduating class. There can’t be any better opportunity for helping your alma mater.
Yes! GJUAF along with Jadavpur Chemical Engineering Alumni Association raised substantial funds from Industries in India for the celebration of Centenary of ChE department. We will follow a similar strategy for O & M program also.
Over the past five years, GJUAF has developed a strong relationship with Vice Chancellors, Pro Vice Chancellors, Finance Officer, Head of Departments and Building maintenance staff at JU. Regular communication is maintained to build a long-term relationship for the overall benefit of JU.