The Penn Fund
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Since 1927, gifts to The Penn Fund—from undergraduate alumni and parents like you—have made a profound and immediate impact on all aspects of student life and learning at the University by providing grant-based financial aid packages to undergraduates, supporting enhancements to academic programs and campus technology, and fostering community through student clubs and organizations. This longstanding tradition of loyal generosity allows donors to support the University’s greatest needs and highest priorities through the general fund, long-term scholarship support, and special reunion class projects.

How do we support Undergraduates at Penn?

Undergraduate Financial Aid
Residential and Campus Life
Academic Enhancement
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Impact Stories

Stories

Every gift matters. Your collective impact changes lives.

Each gift to The Penn Fund, regardless of size, matters. But don’t just take our word for it. Get to know some of the many remarkable students, faculty, and alumni whose lives have been directly and forever impacted by The Penn Fund.  

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Alisa Ghura

Featured Student

Alisa is enjoying all that Penn has to offer through the Civic House and the Netter Center.

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Luke Coleman

Featured Student

Luke was not even sure about college and is now considering Law School after Penn.

Read Luke Coleman’s Story

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Stories

Jianan Zhang

Student

Jianan learned about Penn from her sister and is now finding her own interests on campus.
David France and Lolita Jackson

Alumni Donors

David and Lolita championed a successful gift campaign that continues to support Penn undergrads over 20 years later.
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Alumni Donor

Jill is a strong believer in The Penn Fund’s ability to give support where it’s needed most.
Jhorcy Hughes

Student

Jhorcy found her perfect match in Penn, far away from her home in Bolivia.

Make it a red and blue dream come true.

Penn undergraduate alumni and parents have the opportunity to make a real difference for those who follow in their footsteps or their own students who attend the University today. Participation at any level will create a direct and immediate impact on campus.

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