About Us
UVCE Foundation, founded in 2002, is a philanthropic organization formed by UVCE alumni to support UVCE in its core purpose of developing engineers who will contribute to the technology world and to strengthen it in becoming a leading engineering Institution. To fulfill its role, UVCE Foundation relies on donations and sponsors, and cultivates resources and relationships with UVCE alumni and well-wishers.
UVCE Foundation is registered as a non-profit organization with U S Internal Revenue service under section 501(c). All contributions to the UVCE Foundation are tax-deductible for U.S. taxpayers. For donors in India, income tax exemption is allowed for donations to UVCE Foundation under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Join hands and make a difference for the next generation
Vision
UVCE Foundation envisions an engaged and spirited alumni community that proudly contributes to and benefits from the achievements of UVCE.
Mission
To foster, maintain and support lifelong relationships by engaging its worldwide community of alumni, students, and wellwishers with UVCE and each other so as to encourage the philanthropic and volunteer support that will advance the mission of the College.
Core Values
- The cornerstone of our core values is found in our motto - that giving matters.
- We affirm the value of human diversity and the enrichment it brings to our lives and acknowledge our differences, rejecting all forms of prejudice and discrimination.
- We value integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior and strive to maintain an environment that is built on mutual respect, understanding and freedom of expression.
- We value fellowship, personal growth and development, and the concept of community: local, regional, and global.
Legacy of UVCE
Bharata Ratna Sir M Visvesvaraya
Sir Mokshagondam Visweswarayya, popularly known as Sir MV was an Indian chief civil engineer, scholar, statesman, politician and the 19th Diwan of Mysore, who served from 1912 to 1919. He received India’s highest honour, the Bharat Ratna, in 1955. He was knighted as a Knight Commander of the British Indian Empire (KCIE) by King George V for his contributions to the public good. 15 September is celebrated as Engineer’s Day in India in his memory.
He was called “Father of Modern Mysore State” . During his service with the government of Mysore State, he was responsible for the construction of the Krishna Raja Sagara dam, founding of (under the patronage of the Mysore government) Mysore Soap Factory, Parasitoid Laboratory, Mysore Iron & Steel Works (now known as Viswesvarayya Iron and Steel Limited) in Bhadravathi, Sri Jayachamarajendra Polytechnic in Bangalore, Bangalore Agricultural University, State Bank of Mysore, Century Club, Mysore Chamber of Commerce (presently known as FKCCI), University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering Bangalore and numerous other industrial ventures & educational institutions.
He was known for sincerity, time management, and dedication to a cause. He was a Visionary. He visualized the need for skilled workers and supervisors in the future and that demand will need to be met with the local students, which would help in employment and growth. Under such circumstances, the College of Engineering was started by Sir MV in 1917 with the blessings of the Maharaja of Mysore, which is now known as UVCE.
UVCE Foundation, USA Board Members
B V Jagadeesh
Ram Vasantharam
Rajiv Chamraj
Mamatha Mitr
UVCE Foundation, India Board Members
Madhav
Alice Abraham
Hari Prasad
Our Chapters
UVCE Foundation INDIA,
#17, 2nd Main, Basaveswara Layout, 2nd Stage,
Chandra Layout, Bengaluru 560040, India
UVCE Foundation USA,
PO Box-0455, Cupertino,
California 95014, United States of America
Donate for a cause
UVCE foundation offers a wide range of opportunities for donors at all levels to make a difference in the future of these students. You can participate in the fund by making a pledge that permits both flexibility and time.