Parents' Steering Committee

The generosity of parents has always played an important role in enhancing the Colgate experience. As we enter the University’s third century in pursuit of bold and ambitious goals, parent support is more critical than ever before.

The Colgate Parents' Steering Committee (PSC) is a philanthropic community of parents supporting the university through a four-year commitment of $65,000 or more. Of this gift, $5,000 is designated for a Commencement Fund during your student's senior year, with the remaining balance directed to the Colgate Fund or current-use athletics. Members are encouraged to make additional campaign gifts and will partner with a dedicated staff contact to explore further impact areas.
To learn more or join, contact Myria Allen, Assistant Director, Annual Giving, at PSC@colgate.edu or 315-228-7823.

Family weekend

Member Benefits

  • Access to University leaders at two on-campus meetings per academic year
  • Opportunities to connect with other members and university leaders at regional and on-campus events
  • Assistance with housing in Hamilton on select weekends, such as Family Weekend and Commencement
  • Reserved seating at select events on campus
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Your Gift at Work

The Colgate Fund

Each year, Colgate relies on the collective generosity of thousands of alumni, families, and friends to elevate the Colgate experience from excellent to extraordinary. Gifts to the Colgate Fund benefit every student and every program on campus. Your support for the Colgate Fund makes it possible for students from all backgrounds to access a Colgate education, for faculty to create transformative experiences, and for the University to achieve its ambitious Third-Century goals.

Colgate Athletics

Colgate’s 25 Division I varsity programs are a point of distinction and pride for the University that foster lifelong connections and collective memories among students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, and local community members alike. Increased support for athletics will help more than 550 student-athletes pursue excellence in every field, every arena. Gifts to our varsity teams and the Colgate Athletics Fund help Colgate deliver an exceptional student-athlete experience, including: enriched educational opportunities; enhanced resources for nutrition, wellness, training, and injury prevention and recovery; outstanding coaching and recruiting; and elevated team travel, equipment, facilities, and special experiences.

The Commencement Fund

Held each year during graduation weekend, the Senior Torchlight Procession brings Colgate graduates from the academic quad down to Taylor Lake in a vivid pageant that culminates their Colgate experience. The brass torches carried in the procession are gifted as keepsakes to the senior class thanks to the generosity of Colgate families. Your PSC gift will ensure that the torches can continue to be proudly displayed in the homes and offices of Colgate alumni for years to come.

The Commencement Fund also supports new traditions like the Senior Sunset reception, hosted at President Casey’s house. Moments like these form indelible memories for our graduates and strengthen their connection to Colgate as they go out into the world.