The American University of Afghanistan was established as a result of the generosity of both Afghan and American donors. As a private university, it continues to rely heavily on contributions from governments, organizations and private individuals, both in Afghanistan and around the world, to continue providing high-quality education to Afghanistan’s future leaders.

To date, the University has received funds from a number of donors. Gratitude is extended to all donors for their generous contributions. Donations can be made directly to the University or through the American University of Afghanistan Foundation.

Principal Donors

United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
USAID is the principal donor to the American University of Afghanistan.

Government of Afghanistan
The Government of Afghanistan provided a land lease of 48 acres to the American University of Afghanistan for operating an interim campus and the development of a new campus in Kabul. 

Other Major Donors

Alakozai Brothers
Private donation

Bayat Foundation
Organizational donation

Da Afghanistan Bank
Organizational donation

Gulzar Family and Group
Private donation

Mr. Mirwais Azizi Hotak
Private donation

The Maqsudi Family
Private donation

Mr. Naim Momand
Private donation

Ms. Ann Marlowe
Private donation

The American University of Afghanistan Foundation
Organizational donation

Pashtany Bank
Organizational Donation

George Shinners
Private Donation in honor of Mr. Mark Humphries

Dr. Thomas Stauffer
Private donation

Zurghuna Walizadeh
Private and organizational donation