The 基金会 Board of Directors oversees URI's investments; monitors the endowment investment performance and the usage of the funds by URI to ensure compliance with the 投资 and Spending policies; reviews and updates the 投资 and Spending policies as necessary; and coordinates the relationship with investment advisors and managers to ensure optimal performance of the endowment and strategic reserves. URI基金会是一个独立的实体,根据美国国税局代码509(a)(3)作为一个支持组织,以慈善目的运作.