Established in 1962, the foundation is the central foundation for the california state university (CSU) system and serves the office of the chancellor. The foundation exists to support excellence in teaching and learning, and to serve the national, state and regional interests of the university. The CSU foundation is committed to enhancing and promoting the CSU as a leader of value and quality in higher education.
This 501(c)(3) elected the 501(h) safe-harbor — lobbying expenditures are capped under a clear dollar formula instead of the "insubstantial part" standard.