Vanderbilt University Endowment Overview

General Information

The Office of Investments protects and grows the future of research, discovery, and innovation for Vanderbilt University. It manages the university's endowment, which is comprised of thousands of philanthropic gifts, to provide a permanent source of support for students, faculty, research, and programs. The office maintains a highly diversified investment portfolio designed to mitigate downturns and partners with world-class managers to generate strong results. This ensures the longevity of the university's core mission into the future.