Your student’s education is a life-changing journey, and Badger family members can enhance the UW experience for all Badgers through their support and partnership.
Your gift to the Parents Fund, no matter the amount, provides flexible funding that strengthens the programs and services that benefit students most, which leads us to introduce our current initiative: Badger Parents Helping First-Gen Badgers.
First-generation students face unique challenges on their academic journey. Still, their potential knows no limits. With financial support from the Parents Fund, we will provide these Badgers and their families with resources to overcome these challenges and thrive. And when all Badgers flourish, UW–Madison becomes a better place for all students.
With your gifts to the Parents Fund, we will undertake initiatives that support:
- Immediate needs: Assist with housing, food, and mental health emergencies.
- Belonging: Create a community.
- SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration) and Family Weekend: Ensure first-gen families can attend essential events.
- Professional development: Provide career resources and networking opportunities for students with financial need.
- Mentorship programs: Connect students with experienced mentors for valuable insights.
Your gift makes a lasting impact on the lives of our students and strengthens our campus community. Join us in supporting first-generation Badgers today.
Gifts made in support of the Parents Fund will be contributed to the Parents Fund at the University of Wisconsin Foundation.