Parents & Family Council
Dear ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Families,
On behalf of the Parents & Family Council, welcome to ÐÓ°É´«Ã½! Established in 1963, our council is one of the oldest parent leadership organizations in higher education, reflecting a long-standing tradition of family engagement, partnership, and support.
We invite you to join the Parents & Family Council with an unrestricted gift of $5,000 or more to the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Annual Fund. Through the Council, families have the opportunity to connect with one another, engage with campus leadership, and enhance the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ experience for their students. Our involvement has deepened our own connection to the College and enriched our families in meaningful ways.
Together we welcome you into this remarkable community and wish you and your student a most successful year at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½!
With warm regards,
Lee Saufley ’87 P’25
George & Wendy Stringer P’28
Co-Chairs, Parents & Family Council
Our Mission
Parents & Family Council members share a commitment to advancing ÐÓ°É´«Ã½â€™ mission of delivering a high-quality liberal arts education. They support the College through advocacy, engagement, and philanthropy, while serving as ambassadors in their communities. Members also provide valuable insight into the family experience and foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.
Membership
The generosity and engagement of parents have long been essential to the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ experience. By joining the Parents & Family Council, families become part of a dynamic community committed to supporting students and advancing the College’s mission. Through their involvement and support, members strengthen the value of a ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ education and contribute to the continued success and distinction of the College.
With bold and ambitious goals, parent leadership plays a critical role in sustaining excellence. Council members help ensure the College continues to attract exceptional students and delivers a rigorous and transformative academic experience.
Philanthropy
Members of the Parents & Family Council demonstrate their philanthropic leadership through an annual unrestricted gift of $5,000 or more to the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Annual Fund, designated to either the Area of Greatest Need or Financial Aid, by December 31 each year.
These gifts provide immediate and meaningful impact that serve to support students where the need is greatest and advance the College’s mission.
Additional philanthropic contributions may be directed toward other priorities and initiatives across ÐÓ°É´«Ã½, allowing families to align their giving with areas of personal interest.
Members may even choose to double their impact with a matching corporate gift.
Community
Members of the Parents & Family Council play an important role in strengthening the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ community by:
- Building meaningful relationships with fellow families and College leaders
- Partnering with the Center for Career & Life Planning to offer internships, career insights, and mentoring opportunities
- Hosting regional gatherings and receptions that connect families and alumni beyond campus
- Contributing to a vibrant, supportive network that enhances the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ experience for students and families alike
Together, Council members foster lasting connections and help make ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ an even more dynamic and connected community.
Benefits
- Invitations to two annual on-campus members only events with college leadership
- Reserved room blocks at The Alfond Inn for select events, on a first-come, first-served basis
- Reserved seating tickets for Commencement (for members with graduates)
- Priority access to exclusive campus and regional events (costs for special events may apply)
- Fiat Lux Society membership, and invitation to annual reception
- Member Directory distributed in advance of the annual Spring Forum
Join Us
If you are ready to become part of a proud ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ tradition, one of the nation’s oldest parents' councils, join today with an unrestricted gift to the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Annual Fund.
Questions?
To learn more about membership, engagement opportunities, and flexible ways to give, connect with Carolyn Clayton P’29, Parent & Family Giving Officer, at cclayton@rollins.edu or 407.646.2414.