{"id":32326,"date":"2022-07-14T13:53:34","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T17:53:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/?page_id=32326"},"modified":"2025-08-08T15:18:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T19:18:33","slug":"young-alumni-perks-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/alumni\/stay-connected\/young-alumni\/young-alumni-perks-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Young Alumni Perks Program"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Young Alumni Perks Program<\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Have fun. Make an impact. Choose your reward.<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Help strengthen the University of Rochester and Eastman School of Music alumni networks, and ensure all future students have the support and resources they need, by attending one or more events and donating any amount to any fund before June 30.<\/p>\n

Those who successfully complete the Perks Program will receive their choice of curated University of Rochester swag \u2013 exclusive to young alumni![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”88982″ img_size=”full” mkd_css_animation=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"attend[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

What’s the swag?<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_column_text]You get to choose! Everyone who completes the program will receive access to a private web store to select their FREE gift. The web store will be available four times a year, so the earlier you complete the program, the sooner you get to enjoy your swag![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"Young[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]Attention previous Perks Program finishers!<\/strong> You can receive exclusive access to multiple tiers of gift options by completing the Perks Program consecutively year after year.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”64px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

How do I know how much of the program I\u2019ve completed this year?<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]View the current 2025-2026 Perks Program progress report below. It showcases who has completed the program or has one more step (and which one) to complete. Not sure what tier of gift options you qualify for this year? This is also included![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]View 2025-2026 Progress Report<\/a>[vc_empty_space height=”10px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”64px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

What events can I attend to complete that portion of the program?<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]All virtual and in-person events are listed on our events page. Check back often to see what\u2019s coming up![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]View upcoming events<\/a>[vc_empty_space height=”10px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”64px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Where can I give that will have the most impact?<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]There are several immediate need initiatives like the Student Emergency Fund, Food Pantry, and Eastman Fund which we encourage you to consider. However, through the Perks Program, you can give ANY AMOUNT to ANY AREA of the University, Eastman School of Music, or Medical Center. Any gift, big or small, has a positive impact on current students, beloved faculty, and the departments and programs that you love. It is not about the dollar amount but about showing your support.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″]Make a gift<\/a>[vc_empty_space height=”10px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″]Crowdfunding opportunities<\/a>[vc_empty_space height=”10px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”64px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

When and how can I choose my gift after I completed the program?<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]Everyone who completes the program will be emailed a link to a private web store to select their FREE University of Rochester swag item, which will be shipped directly to you. The web store will open the following dates this year:<\/p>\n

October 15-22, 2025
\nJanuary 14-21, 2026
\nApril 15-22, 2026
\nJuly 15-31, 2026<\/p>\n

If you have questions in the meantime, please contact us at alumni@rochester.edu<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”64px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

There’s more!<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]Explore your alumni benefits, services, and other ways to get involved.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]Learn more<\/a>[vc_empty_space height=”10px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”100px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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