Corporate and Foundation Relations
By aligning with Saint Louis University — one of the nation’s leading research institutions — companies and private foundations show their community leadership and can be agents for change.
Saint Louis University’s Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations develops relationships with companies and private foundations to secure funding for research, scholarship, and community service that align with SLU’s and the external partners’ mutual goals. The office is an integral part of the University’s research and development landscape and provides support on multiple levels.
How Corporate and Foundation Relations Can Help
Research and identify prospective funders.
Develop a strategic approach based on advanced knowledge and experience.
Strengthen proposals with funder insights.
Partner across campus to streamline the grant process.
Facilitate internal and external collaborations.
Steward relationships to expand and deepen the connections.
If you represent a company or foundation, we’re here to help you navigate the University, find faculty and programs of interest, arrange campus meetings, facilitate funding requests, awards and reporting and more.
If you’re a faculty member or administrator, we can help identify and approach potential funding sources, strategize and coordinate solicitations, assist in inquiries and grant proposals, gather supporting materials, help in campus visits and obtain institutional signatures.
About Saint Louis University
Educating the Whole Person
Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and routinely ranks in the top five, nationwide, for community service among colleges.
SLU’s Mission
The Mission of Saint Louis University is the pursuit of truth for the greater glory of God and for the service of humanity.