Harvard College Alumni
Volunteer Resources
A Toolkit for Harvard College Fund Volunteer Fundraisers
Alumni and parents who give back to Harvard continue a time-honored partnership across generations. A gift is an investment in Harvard’s mission and aspirations, an endorsement of its leaders, and a meaningful way to demonstrate appreciation—for your experiences, opportunities, and friendships. Thank you for your time, your energy, and your partnership in shaping the future of Harvard.
When you volunteer for Harvard, you work with Harvard College Fund staff, alumni and parent leaders, and fellow committee members who are here to guide and support your efforts. This network offers a variety of resources to help you achieve your goals, including:
Campaign Priorities
The Harvard Campaign for Arts and Sciences will ensure that Harvard continues to be a place of discovery for people leading positive change in the world. Learn more about Campaign priorities, read articles, and download case statements that will help you in your outreach.
Your Partners
Learn more about the Harvard College Fund (HCF), the HCF Executive Committee, and the Harvard Alumni Association (HAA).
Your Impact
Read more about the game-changing impact of Harvard volunteers.
Fundraising Basics
- Getting Started: Review basic guidelines that will help you in your outreach.
- Sharing Your Story: Explore and understand the reasons why people give and why it is important to share your own Harvard experience as part of the solicitation process.
- Making the Ask: Gain confidence in asking your classmates for specific levels of support.
CrimsonLink
Access CrimsonLink, our online volunteer portal, to manage current solicitations, select additional classmates, and record notes.
Donor Recognition
Review a listing of the main forms of recognition and stewardship that donors receive for their gifts.
Gift Planning
Learn about vehicles for life income plans and other planning strategies.
Ways to Give
Specific instructions on the variety of ways gifts can be made to the Harvard College Fund.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact your class officer. Our goal is to provide the guidance and support for you to be successful in your outreach.
News and Resources
The Harvard Campaign for Arts and Sciences officially launched in fall 2013 with an ambitious $2.5 billion goal. Read more about the Campaign and how it fits into our overall fundraising efforts:
- Q&A Update from Harvard Campaign Leadership
- FAS Launches Campaign for Arts and Sciences
- Harvard Kicks Off University-wide Campaign
- The Campaign Context
- Crimson Editorial on The Harvard Campaign
- Q&A with Dean Mike Smith
- FAS Campaign Website
Volunteer Handbook
Download the 2016–2017 HCF Volunteer Handbook (pdf).
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