Volunteer Programs
As a volunteer with the Division of Development & Alumni Relations, your dedication of time, talent, and vision drives our University to be better every day.
Welcome
To help you navigate your role at Penn State, we’ve created this webpage—a place where you can find campaign information, relevant news, and other documents, links, and materials needed to support your volunteer efforts. Our goal is to help you as you help us shape a bright future for Penn State. Thank you for your partnership!
State College, PA 16801
Phone: 814-867-2130
Rachel Tressler
Interim Director of Volunteer Programs
Volunteer Spotlights
Volunteer Spotlight: Cathy McKeon
Bringing a Unique Perspective to the College of the Liberal Arts
Previous Spotlights
Volunteer Spotlight: 2024 DDAR Summer Interns
A Special Edition of the Volunteer Spotlight featuring the 2024 DDAR Summer Interns
Volunteer Spotlight: Paige and Art Nagle
Enduring Devotion to Penn State
Volunteer Spotlight: Benson Lichtig
Finding Value in Experiences
Volunteer Award Recipients
Fundraising Volunteer of the Year
Previous Fundraising Volunteer of the Year Recipients
Philanthropists of the Year
Previous Philanthropist of the Year Recipients
Corporate Partner of the Year
Previous Corporate Partner of the Year Recipients
Foundation Partner of the Year
Previous Foundation Partner of the Year Recipients
“To put it simply, volunteers are the lifeblood of Penn State’s fundraising efforts. The unique and diverse perspectives they bring-as alumni, donors, parents, and industry and community leaders-are invaluable to our University.”