Parents & Families

As members of our extended Penn family, you can get involved and stay connected to campus in a wide variety of ways.

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Penn Parents & Families

The Office of Penn Parent & Family Giving is the central resource for connecting undergraduate parents and families to the University. Through events, communications, volunteer opportunities and The Parents Fund, the Penn Parent & Family Giving team is committed to building relationships and creating avenues for parents to feel informed, connected, and be uniquely involved in the life of the University.

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