The Wharton Fund

Question: I have specific questions about making my gift to The Wharton Fund — who should I contact? Answer: For detailed information on making a gift to The Wharton Fund — including options for giving online or by mail, through a Donor Advised Fund, or accessing the University’s Tax ID…Read More

Question: What is The Wharton Fund Loyalty Society? Answer: The Wharton School recognizes the dedication of those who have given three or more consecutive fiscal years (July 1-June 30) to The Wharton Fund with membership in The Wharton Fund Loyalty Society. Members of The Wharton Fund Loyalty Society are among…Read More

Question: What is the Benjamin Franklin Society? Answer: The Benjamin Franklin Society (BFS) is the University of Pennsylvania’s leadership annual giving circle. The Wharton School recognizes donors who generously contribute $2,500 or more annually to The Wharton Fund. Recent Wharton graduates, up to four years after graduation, can join the…Read More

Question: Why did I receive a request for support from another University of Pennsylvania school or center as well as a request from The Wharton Fund? Answer: If you hold multiple academic degrees or have an affiliation with other schools or centers at the University, you might receive solicitations for…Read More

Question: How will my gift to Wharton also benefit the University? Answer: As a school of The University of Pennsylvania, the Wharton School is a valuable partner within the University. Wharton is recognized as an engine for creating leaders who will change the world and that is a mission and…Read More

Question: Why do gifts of all sizes matter? Answer: The power of The Wharton Fund lies in the energy of participation and gifts of all sizes are valuable contributions to its success. This collective abundance creates energy that moves the School forward by helping The Wharton Fund reach its goals.…Read More

Question: How is Wharton Fund support used? Answer: The Wharton Fund strengthens every part of the School’s mission — supporting signature programs like Semester in San Francisco and MBA Leadership Ventures, advancing faculty research in fields such as neuroscience and AI, and funding facility improvements. Its impact extends globally, powering…Read More