FROM PROUD PARENT TO PURPOSEFUL PARTNER
Discover meaningful ways to stay connected, contribute, and thrive as a Babson parent
YOUR ROLE DOES NOT END AT DROP-OFF
When your child joined the Babson family, so did you. We are thrilled to welcome you to our dynamic global community of students, alumni, faculty, and parents.
During your student’s college years and beyond, we invite you to forge your own meaningful Babson experience. Build your network, attend events, get involved on campus, enjoy access to specialized expert programming, and make your own mark on our College and its future.
INVEST IN YOUR STUDENT’S BABSON EXPERIENCE
Year after year, Babson achieves top rankings thanks to the growth and success of our students, building the skills and entrepreneurial leadership mindset they need to achieve their goals. Contributions from parents like you make that possible.
You can make a personally-meaningful gift and create powerful impact today by investing in programs that matter most to your student. By donating to Babson you can:
Support in-depth learning opportunities at one of our dedicated Centers and Institutes, promoting innovation in family entrepreneurship, health, finance, technology and AI, women’s leadership, venture creation, and franchising
Invest in the faculty shaping our curriculum by establishing a term chair
Name a space on campus for a tangible legacy of your generous support
Parents of student-athletes can boost their teams’ competitiveness with athletics program and coaching gifts and inspire others to donate with challenge and matching gifts during our annual Barefoot Athletics Challenge
Invest in career preparedness for your student and their classmates by sponsoring a career development program or internship fund
Establish a merit or need-based scholarship to ensure that talented students have full access to Babson’s resources
DONOR BENEFITS
By making annual gifts at the President’s Society level, you can be recognized for your strategic investments in the College. Benefits include early and VIP access to events like Family Weekend and Commencement, access to invitation-only networking and learning programs, the latest works by our esteemed faculty, Babson bookstore discounts, recognition in publications, and more.
GET INVOLVED ON-CAMPUS, ONLINE, AND WORLDWIDE
Wherever in the world you are, you can access enriching ways to network, learn, and engage with our community. You have the opportunity to:
Connect with students, alumni, and other families at regional receptions
Share business experiences as a guest speaker
Attend Babson Connect Worldwide—Babson’s premier entrepreneurial leadership summit, with a vibrant community of visionary business leaders from across the globe
Host internships for students to build practical skills
Host site visits at your company
Explore lifelong learning and professional development opportunities in Babson’s Professional and Executive Education portfolio of virtual and in-person courses
And more
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Family and Friends Weekend, Back to Babson
Each fall, Back to Babson brings alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, and friends together on campus for Reunion, Homecoming, and Family Weekend. Enjoy special events in our signature celebration of Babson and the people who make it exceptional. www.babson.edu/backtobabson
Giving Days
Babson supporters come together for Make Your Mark, our annual giving day in the fall, and the Barefoot Athletics Challenge in late winter, with special gift matches and challenge offers to build support for the programs making a difference in students’ lives. www.babson.edu/giving
Weissman Circle of Distinction Induction Ceremony
Benefactors who have committed $1 million or more in total are celebrated for their transformative impact at an annual induction ceremony in the fall. www.babson.edu/givingsocieties
Babson Connect Worldwide
Hosted early spring in inspiring locations around the world each year, Babson Connect Worldwide is an immersive experience designed to spark creativity, drive innovation, and foster networking among the world’s brightest minds in business. bcw.babson.edu
Summer Receptions
Every year, Summer Receptions are hosted around the world, bringing together local alumni, current students, parents, and friends to welcome new students and their families to our community. www.babson.edu/summerreceptions
Activities at our Centers and Institutes
Babson’s Centers and Institutes offer a variety of events and learning programs open to anyone interested in engaging with their field. www.babson.edu/blankschool
