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Invest in Student Success

At Widener, every act of generosity fuels a student’s journey. Whether it’s a scholarship that opens doors or emergency funds to help keep them going, your support makes a lasting difference.

  1. Empower the Next Generation
  2. Invest in Student Success

Your Gift, Their Future

students roar for widenerAt Widener, no student succeeds alone—and many succeed because of people like you. Alumni supports the scholarships, emergency funds, and real-world learning experiences that help today’s students overcome challenges and reach their potential.

You remember what it took to earn your degree—the long nights, the personal sacrifices, and the people who helped you along the way. Now you have the opportunity to be that person for someone else. Your gift is more than generosity—it’s a way to ensure others have the same chance you had.

When you make an investment in our students, you’re not just supporting Widener—you’re investing in the next generation just like others once invested in you.

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Where Your Gift Makes an Impact

🎓 Scholarships & Financial Aid

Aid to deserving students is Widener's greatest financial need. Your support opens doors to higher education for talented students who otherwise couldn’t afford it.

🌎 Experiential Learning: Co-ops, Research, and More

Excellence is expensive. Your support fuels high-impact learning opportunities that prepare students for real-world success—from internships and faculty-mentored research to global experiences and clinical rotations.

🫶 Student Emergency Support

Your gift can also provide critical support navigating unexpected, trying times such as financial dilemmas due to job loss, family crisis, illness, major national crisis, etc.

💙 What Matters to YOU Most

Support what makes you roar. From athletics and fraternity and sorority life, to campus clubs and programs, and so much more — you can explore options for giving to what moves you most.

Your Gift in Action

$50+ Million in Scholarships & Grants

We offer $50+ million in scholarships and grants to undergraduates, thanks to our generous donors.

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A Roar of Thank You's from Our Students

When you give, you’re not just supporting Widener—you’re investing in the next generation of Widener leaders. Donors help make everything possible.

Why Alumni Give Back

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Patton Vo '15

Bachelor's in Psychology

When I was at the lowest point of my life, the only organization and people there for me were people associated with Widener. It’s why I’m so passionate about Widener. When I was struggling with my own identity, Widener never turned its back against me. And that’s exactly the type of experience I want to provide other students.

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Mike and Marietta Borinski

Mike '82 and Marietta '80 Borinski

Bachelor's in Accounting and Bachelor's in Nursing

I was only at Widener for two years, but that time was crucial in my understanding of how important my work as a nurse was going to be. When I graduated, I felt prepared and well-equipped to handle whatever this career would be throwing at me.—Marietta

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Neeta Basantkumar ’04

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

My career really started at Widener with my internship, and I hope with this partnership I can help start careers for many other students. Building more relationships and community is important to me, and because I’m local enough to Widener, I knew I wanted to give back through that mentorship.

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How to Make a Donation

There are many ways to support student success at Widener. Make a gift online today, explore more ways to give to Widener, and get all your questions around giving answered.

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🎓 Not ready to make a financial gift? Consider giving back through student mentorship.

When alumni like you step up to mentor Widener students, you become the bridge to confidence and clarity of what's possible—helping to launch careers and open doors that change lives. Your story, insight, and support can help current students take bold steps into their futures.

Whether you're offering advice or a job opportunity, your experience and time are invaluable. One hour of your time could shape the next ten years of theirs. Just showing up can mean everything.

Learn more about mentoring and recruiting Widener students

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