On 17–18 November 2025, the Almaty Technical University hosted the 4th Professional Meeting of Endowment Funds of Kazakhstan — a key platform focused on the creation, management, and investment of endowments, as well as the exchange of expertise between specialists from Kazakhstan and Russia.

One of the event’s highlights was the official signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation on 17 November between SDU University and the corporate foundation “Aurora-Ala.” This document establishes the foundation for a long-term partnership aimed at developing capacity in the field of endowment funds.

Under the Memorandum, SDU Extension School and the “Aurora-Ala” foundation will jointly launch a new educational program dedicated to the creation and management of endowments. The program is designed as an innovative model of professional training, integrating global best practices and adapting them to Kazakhstan’s legal and institutional context.

This course represents an important step towards developing a new professional ecosystem built on the synergy of knowledge, practical experience, and strategic partnership. The primary goal of the program is not only to provide participants with modern theoretical knowledge but also to equip them with practical tools tailored to the real needs of Kazakhstani organizations.

The partnership between SDU University and the “Aurora-Ala” foundation aims to give fresh momentum to the development of endowment systems in the country and contribute to strengthening a culture of sustainable financing.