The UVM Parents Fund

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What is the Parents Fund Committee?

The UVM Parents Fund Committee, comprising parent volunteers who solicit other parents by mail, phone, and in person on an annual basis, is the vehicle for parent support and engagement at The University of Vermont. Widely recognized as one of the most successful groups of its kind in the country, particularly for a public institution the size of UVM, the UVM Parents Fund Committee is a dynamic, enthusiastic group whose members care very much for UVM and the experience of their own children here at the University. 

In fiscal year 2007, which ended June 30, 2007, the UVM Parents Fund raised a total of $2,274,788 from 4,756 parent donors. Thank you for your vote of confidence by making a gift!

In fiscal year 2008, to continue its success and raise the bar to new heights, the Parents Fund set a minimum goal of $2.5 million from 5,000 parents—support which directly enhances the lives of your children here at UVM.

Dollar Goal $2.5 Million	Participation Goal 5,000 Donors

Please make your gift today! 

What is the role of a volunteer for the Parents Fund Committee?
As a Committee member, your charge will be to help the Parents Fund in continuing a strong tradition of commitment and support to the university. Responsibilities of individuals on this committee include:

• Making a comfortable, yet meaningful and significant gift to UVM Parents Fund by June 30.
• Attending the Parents Fund Committee Meetings during Homecoming and Family Weekend each October and as many other UVM Fund events and training sessions as possible; or working closely with the director of Parent Programs for personal training.
• Completing 8 to10 telephone or personal solicitations of fellow parents in the fall; 4 to 6 solicitations in the spring.
• Working as public relations agents to share information about the University of Vermont with other members of the UVM family.
• Keeping in touch! Call or e-mail to let us know how you are doing and what UVM can do for you!
• See the list of the current Parents Fund Committee volunteers

Let us know how you would like to help by filling out the Parent & Family volunteer form. 

For more information about the Parents Fund, contact
Emily Burke
Director of Parent Programs
(802) 656-3227
Emily.Burke@uvm.edu