Weather Update
Due to the storm, Barnard College will close at 4pm today, for non-essential personnel. “Essential personnel" include staff in Facilities, Public Safety and Residence Halls.
Friday evening and weekend classes are cancelled but events are going forward as planned unless otherwise noted. The Athena Film Festival programs are also scheduled to go forward as planned but please check http://athenafilmfestival.com/ for the latest information.
Please be advised that due to the conditions, certain entrances to campus may be closed. The main gate at 117th Street & Broadway will remain open. For further updates on college operations, please check this website, call the College Emergency Information Line 212-854-1002 or check AM radio station 1010WINS.
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You Can Make a Difference
Alumnae volunteer involvement is an important part of the College’s fund-raising outreach. Volunteers are able to personalize the giving experience, increase the number of alumnae contacted, and provide the College with important insight regarding their classmates and other alumnae.
Not only will your efforts help Barnard continue to provide current students with a world-class education but will also give you the opportunity to connect with classmates and gain an insider’s view of the College today.
If you are interested in becoming a fund-raising volunteering, please e-mail development@barnard.edu or call (212) 854-2001.
The Development staff is committed to making the volunteer experience as successful and positive as possible. This comprehensive guide will assist you with your outreach.
The Role of Fund-raising Volunteers
Barnard Fund Committee
The Barnard Fund Committee (BFC) is responsible for assisting in the development of the alumnae annual giving program in consultation with the Director of The Barnard Fund and other appropriate College staff members.
Barnard Fund Volunteer
This network of volunteers personally contacts donors and prospective donors throughout the year. These volunteers reach out to alumnae to ask for gifts to the College. Assignments are given out directly from The Barnard Fund office on an individual basis.
Class Fund Chair
This appointed class officer works directly with The Barnard Fund staff to help solicit unrestricted annual gifts from her class. During her five-year term she plans and implements a strategy for class initiatives in consultation with Barnard Development staff. She helps to set the pace by making her own gift to the Fund.
Phonathon Caller
Phonathon is an important part of the yearly fund-raising efforts in the winter. During this time, alumnae donors are contacted to ask them to make a gift to The Barnard Fund.
Planned Giving Chairs
The Planned Giving Chair is a vital member of her class’s Reunion Fund-raising Committee. She works closely with the College’s Planned Giving staff and her class’s Reunion Fund-raising Committee to encourage classmates to consider making a planned gift in honor of their reunion.
Special Gift Chair
The Special Gift Chair leads her class’s reunion fund-raising efforts during their reunion year. She works with the Class Fund Chair in designing and implementing a strategy for achieving ambitious reunion year goals. Additionally, she helps set the pace for the class’s giving by making her own special commitment and reaches out to selected classmates for leadership gifts in honor of their reunion.
The Senior Fund
The Senior Fund helps set fund-raising goals and reaches out to classmates to encourage support of the College through the Senior Fund. If you are a senior who is interested in giving back to Barnard, helping raise contributions from your classmates, and being a part of this important Barnard tradition, please call (212) 854-2001 or e-mail seniorfund@barnard.edu.
Make a Gift
