The Family Fellows Program
Celebrating Families, Recognizing Impact
Partner with Northeastern as a Family Fellow. Our most loyal parent donors are dedicated to enhancing the student experience and advocating for Northeastern’s future through their family philanthropy.
The Family Fellows Program
Whether they are new to Northeastern or alumni themselves, parents are an integral part of our community because they directly advance and elevate the student experience. Family Fellows are parents and family members who commit an annual gift of $10,000 or more to support the university while establishing their family legacy and modeling philanthropy to their students. They can designate their gifts to support areas of the university that align with their interests and are meaningful to them.
“Joining the Family Fellows Program in our daughter’s first year made this large university more intimate, and we found our own fit within Northeastern. We met new friends and formed connections that will last well beyond her graduation. Plus, we learned how Northeastern is a gamechanger for our students, and we could choose how we wanted to direct our philanthropic support.”
—John and Nicole Nadolenco, PNT’24, co-chairs of the Family Fellows
Joining the FFP
As a member of the Family Fellows Program, you will enjoy:
- A community of peers and opportunities to network with other parent leaders
- Exclusive access to senior-level administrators, deans, and faculty via in-person gatherings and virtual conversations, including:
- The Family Fellows Reception during Family and Friends Weekend in October
- The Family Fellows Summit, Men’s Beanpot Final, and Pre-Game Presidential Reception in February
- Special events like “Family Fellows at Fenway,” which offers box seating at a Red Sox home game
- Regional and global Northeastern networking events
- Personal assistance from the Family Philanthropy team to facilitate university connections and engagement within areas of interest for you or your student
- Reserved seating at Commencement
- A dedicated newsletter and personal communications
- The annual Institutional Accomplishments brochure
- Meaningful impact at Northeastern through your philanthropy and engagement
Areas of Support
Gifts to the Family Fellows Program, which you can designate to your desired area of interest, support vital aspects of the undergraduate program.
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The Journey Begins
Make an initial gift to the university to become a Family Fellow, and take advantage of all the benefits of being an active Husky family. Parents who are interested in volunteerism can explore ways to provide co-op opportunities, host events for other families, and become advocates for Northeastern.
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Explore Your Family’s Passions
Work with the Family Philanthropy team to explore your interests and passions. Meet with faculty and university leaders to deepen your engagement. Make an investment in the programs that are meaningful to you where you can see the impact of your giving.
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Realize your impact
Explore opportunities to honor your student’s legacy by creating an endowed fund, capital commitment, or special project related to your interests. Consider getting involved further by donating your time and contributing your talents to the university.
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Continue the Relationship
As your student’s time on campus begins to wind down, consider including them in the philanthropic conversation and making a gift in honor of their graduation.
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The journey beyond commencement
Northeastern will continue to support you and your student throughout your lifetimes—through networking opportunities, career support, and more. We encourage you to remain involved as a Husky family.