Cultivating opportunity. Transforming lives.

The Zamorano University Foundation helps expand access to life-changing education for talented students across Latin America.

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What is Zamorano University Foundation?

Zamorano University Foundation (ZUF) is the U.S.-based philanthropic partner of Zamorano University, expanding access to education for talented students across Latin America. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, ZUF connects donors and partners with opportunities to support scholarships, student life, applied research, and innovation.

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Three ways to invest in change

The Zamorano University Foundation helps expand access to life-changing education for talented students across Latin America.

Breaking Financial Barriers

Financial aid at Zamorano goes beyond tuition—it breaks cycles of poverty, supports social mobility, and opens doors for students from underserved backgrounds. With over 70% of students depending on scholarships, increased funding is essential to keep this transformative opportunity accessible.

Breaking Financial Barriers

Scholarships open Zamorano to talented students from underserved communities.

Improving Life at Campus

Through its student-centered 2030 Strategic Plan, Zamorano University aims to expand modern housing, state-of-the-art class and research facilities, and its operating production units. Investment in these areas is essential to provide a safe and inspiring learning environment for a growing student body.

Improving Life at Campus

Modern housing, learning spaces, and production units help students thrive.

Powering Applied Research and Innovation

Applied research at Zamorano connects academic knowledge with real-world solutions for the most pressing challenges facing Latin America. Investment in this area will strengthen the university's capacity to generate practical innovations in sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, food systems, biotechnology, water, and rural development.

  • Develop field-based solutions that directly benefit farmers, communities, industry, and policymakers.
  • Expand faculty and student research opportunities that translate learning into measurable impact.
  • Strengthen laboratories, innovation platforms, and strategic partnerships that position Zamorano as a regional hub for problem-solving and evidence-based action.
  • Accelerate innovation in agri-food systems and sustainability by linking research, teaching, and outreach.

Powering Applied Research and Innovation

Applied research turns knowledge into practical solutions for agriculture, food systems, and climate resilience.

What opportunity makes possible

Meet Rosa Muulema from Ecuador. With scholarship support, she came to Zamorano University to build the skills she needs to strengthen food security at home.

Impact on the world

Zamorano prepares leaders who strengthen food systems across Latin America and beyond, with more than 10,631 graduates from 35 countries working across the private sector, public institutions, research, education, and development. In 2025, 302 professionals from 17 countries joined this network, addressing food security, rural development, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience through applied research and community-based solutions that improve agriculture, strengthen rural economies, and support long-term regional development.

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10,631+ graduates to date
94% undergraduate graduation rate
98% employed or in graduate school within six months
95% of alumni return to their home countries
1,200 students from 19+ countries on campus
Alumni work in 35 countries across five continents

Zamorano graduates drive regional change.​

They bring practical knowledge back to their communities—strengthening food systems, livelihoods, and environmental resilience across Latin America.

Give more students the chance to study at Zamorano and drive change where it matters most.

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Ready to take action?

Choose the way you want to support student access to Zamorano.

Peregrine Falcon
Peregrine Falcon
$500,000+
Osprey
Osprey
$100,000 – $499,999
Owl
Owl
$50,000 – $99,999
Quetzal
Quetzal
$20,000 – $49,999
Trogon
Trogon
$10,000 – $19,999
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
$5,000 – $9,999
Elegant Euphonia
Elegant Euphonia
$1,000 – $4,999
Woodpecker
Woodpecker
$250 – $999
Hummingbird
Hummingbird
$1 – $249

FAQs

Yes. The Zamorano University Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Unless otherwise restricted, 100% of donations go directly to the scholarship program, supporting students with financial need and academic merit to continue their studies at Zamorano.
Yes. You can set up a monthly recurring donation through the online form. Recurring gifts help provide more stable and predictable support for students.
Yes. An official receipt is sent by email immediately after your donation is completed.
Yes. Audited financial statements are available upon request.

Tax details
EIN: 33-4041337.

Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by applicable law.

The Foundation is committed to financial accountability and transparent stewardship of all funds.
There are three main ways to make a donation to ZUF:

Online: through our official donation platform below using a credit or debit card.

Bank Transfer: Domestic or international transfers made directly to:
Bank: Bell Bank
Account: 6521700861
Routing: 091310521

Check or money order: Sent by mail to:
21 Waterway Avenue, Suite 300
The Woodlands, TX 77380

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Leadership & Governance

Zamorano University Foundation is guided by a Board of Trustees committed to stewardship, transparency, and long-term impact.

Meet the Trustees

Support agricultural education in Latin America

Your gift helps talented students access Zamorano and return home ready to strengthen food systems across the region.