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AMERICAN FRIENDS OF UPPSALA UNIVERSITY
New York, NY · EIN 412252759 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE A25 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · afuu.org
revenue
$111K
expenses
$109K
net assets
$51K
employees
0
volunteers
11
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

To raise funds domestically in order to make grants to Uppsala University and other similar educational and charitable organizations in Sweden. (Continued Schedule O)

profile · synthesized from sources

American Friends of Uppsala University is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises funds to support research, education, and cultural preservation at Uppsala University in Sweden. It channels donations to initiatives including scholarships, scientific research, library digitization, and the preservation of art collections linked to Anders Zorn. The organization also promotes awareness of Swedish cultural and academic contributions in the United States.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

International Scholarship Fund
Provides tuition support for international students, particularly Americans, studying at Uppsala University.
Library Digitization Project
Funds the digitization of rare manuscripts, early printed materials, and cultural heritage collections at Uppsala University Library via the Alvin platform.
Oncolytic Virus Fund
Supports clinical research at Uppsala University on a novel virus-based therapy for neuroendocrine cancer.
Research on Runes
Finances research and endowed chairs in runology, the study of ancient Scandinavian inscriptions, at Uppsala University.
The Zorn Collections
Supports the preservation and exhibition of works by Swedish artist Anders Zorn through Uppsala University’s stewardship.
Traces of Knowledge
Funds the restoration of historic reading room furniture at Carolina Rediviva, Uppsala University Library.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Endowment and Gift Fund Management 2 activities
    • Raises membership capital to support research and education
      Organizes membership fundraising in the U.S., the dividends from which are directed by the President of Uppsala University to support research, education, and special projects.
    • Supports management of foundations linked to Uppsala University
      Provides administrative and financial support for the management of 600 foundations associated with Uppsala University through Akademiförvaltningen.
  • Historic Preservation Support Grants 1 activity
    • Funds restoration of historical library furnishings
      Conducts fundraising to support the restoration of desks and chairs in the reading rooms at Carolina Rediviva, the university library at Uppsala University.
  • Multi-Institution Scholarship Funding 1 activity
    • Funds scholarships for international and American students
      Provides grants and scholarships to cover tuition and support professional development for international students, including specifically American students admitted to Uppsala University.
  • Archival Digitization and Preservation 1 activity
    • Operates a digital archive of cultural heritage materials
      Maintains Alvin, a digital platform hosting nearly 200,000 digitized cultural heritage items, supporting open access to scholarly and historical resources.
  • Cancer Research Funding 1 activity
    • Supports clinical research initiatives at Uppsala University
      Provided support for the initiation of the world's first clinical trial using an oncolytic virus to treat neuroendocrine tumours, advancing translational medical research.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Channels donations to Uppsala University for long-term management
      Channels contributions from U.S. donors to Uppsala University through Akademiförvaltningen, which manages endowments and ensures sustainable funding for academic initiatives.
    • Facilitates donation of rare manuscripts to Uppsala University Library
      Enabled the donation of a 1745 manuscript signed by Carl Linnaeus to the Uppsala University Library, enhancing its rare collections.
    • Funds runic research at Uppsala University
      Facilitated a USD 1.5 million legacy donation to support and advance runic research at Uppsala University, a field in which the institution has awarded more doctoral degrees than any other worldwide.
    • Partners with The Zorn Collections to support cultural heritage
      Has served as a partner organization to The Zorn Collections since 2008, contributing to the preservation and promotion of Swedish cultural heritage.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$111K
Contributions & grants$111K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$109K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$73K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$133K
Cash$45K
Investments$0
Liabilities$83K
Net assets$51K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +52.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 11
  • Bruce Karstadt — Board member
  • Dag L Blanck — Board member
  • Joakim Lofkvist — Treasurer
  • Johan Tysk — President
  • Lars Johansson — Board member
  • Lena Stralsjo — Secretary
  • Lyndon Olson — Board member
  • Marianne A Andersson — Board member
  • Petra Hilleberg — Board member
  • Robert Stein — Vice President
  • Stefan Nilsson — Board member
relationships · 16

Who they work with

  • Akademiförvaltningen Partner — Manages donations and foundations for Uppsala University on behalf of American Friends of Uppsala University.
  • Department of Immunology, Genetics and Pathology Partner — Partners with the Department of Immunology, Genetics and Pathology at Uppsala University to advance research on virus therapies for neuroendocrine tumours.
  • Myrna G. Smith Partner — Longtime supporter and donor who pledged a USD 1.5 million legacy for runic research at Uppsala University, facilitated by AFUU.
  • Professor Robert A. Stein Partner — Board member of AFUU who donated a Linnaeus manuscript to Uppsala University Library through AFUU.
  • The Swedish Council of America Partner — Affiliate organization relationship with American Friends of Uppsala University.
  • The Uppsala University Foundations Management of Estates and Funds Partner — Manages the foundation in which membership capital is held and from which dividends are distributed to support Uppsala University.
  • The Zorn Collections Partner — Partner organization for the preservation and support of art collections and historic buildings.
  • Uppsala University Partner — Collaborates to provide scholarship funding for American students studying at Uppsala University.
  • Uppsala University Partner — Collaborates to provide scholarships for international students in Sweden.
  • Uppsala University Partner — Collaborates to support the restoration of study spaces at Carolina Rediviva
  • Uppsala University Partner — Collaborates with Uppsala University to support research on oncolytic virus therapy for neuroendocrine tumours.
  • Uppsala University Partner — Primary academic partner for runology research and education
  • Uppsala University Partner — Primary partner institution in Sweden receiving support for research and education.
  • Uppsala University Partner — Primary recipient of grants and support from American Friends of Uppsala University.
  • Uppsala University Partner — Primary recipient of grants funded by the organization.
  • Uppsala University Library Partner — Primary partner institution supported by AFUU through donations and digitization initiatives.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Digitization and Exhibition to Expand Access to Cultural Heritage
    methodology: digitization-for-access
    By digitizing cultural heritage materials and presenting them through digital and physical exhibitions, the organization broadens access and public engagement because technological dissemination overcomes geographic and physical limitations, making historical resources universally available for education and research.
  • Domestic Fundraising to Enable International Grantmaking
    methodology: domestic-fundraising-for-international-grantmaking
    By raising funds in the United States, the organization supports educational and charitable initiatives in Sweden through grantmaking, leveraging domestic philanthropy for international impact because U.S. donors are more accessible and responsive to structured giving opportunities that advance global education and research.
  • Independent Funding for Institutional Autonomy and Renewal
    methodology: independent_funding_for_autonomy_and_renewal
    By providing long-term, independent funding to Uppsala University, the organization enhances the institution's autonomy and capacity for innovation, enabling sustained contributions to global societal benefit because financial independence strengthens academic freedom and strategic renewal.
  • Network-Based Development Support
    methodology: network-based_support
    By leveraging members' dedication, experience, and professional networks, the organization amplifies support for Uppsala University’s research and education because engaged stakeholders generate non-financial capital—such as expertise, partnerships, and influence—that accelerates institutional development.
  • Scholarship Support to Advance International Academic Exchange
    methodology: scholarship_support_for_international_education
    By funding tuition for American students at Uppsala University, the organization enables full focus on academic and professional growth in critical fields such as sustainability, because removing financial barriers increases access to transformative educational experiences and strengthens transnational research collaboration.