USF Foundation (University of South Florida Foundation) manages an endowment fund based in Tampa, Florida. Established in 1960, the foundation's mission is to provide financial resources to the university. The earnings from endowment investments support scholarships, chairs, professorships, fellowships, basic research, as well as academic and public service progra The endowment is managed by the executive management team.USF Foundation's investment portfolio is valued at over $532 million, with investments in domestic and international equity, fixed income, alternatives, and cash.