Why Join? - President's Parent Council - Christopher Newport University
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President's Parent Council

Why Join?

Based on the giving level, President's Parent Council members may receive reserved parking, invitations to VIP receptions, opportunities to engage with university leadership and the additional benefits listed below.

Parents of Current Students

Silver Tier ($2,500+ annually)

Silver Tier Members receive:

  • Reserved parking and an exclusive hospitality experience at your Captain's Commencement (reserved for families who contribute at the Silver Tier for four consecutive years)
  • Family Weekend Premier Pass (Includes 4 tickets to Friday night event and reserved parking for event and reserved seating for the Musical Showcase)
  • Fall and spring conference calls with university leadership
  • All Blue Tier benefits (see below)

Silver Tier members make annual contributions of $2,500+ over the course of an academic year (or $250+ per month over 10 months). A portion of your charitable donation includes goods and services valued at $300.

Blue Tier ($1,000+ annually)

Blue Tier members receive:

  • Two President’s Circle parking decals for use in any campus lot (to be used by the parent(s) only)
  • Information packet that includes academic calendar and other helpful information
  • A dedicated parent giving team to provide university updates and respond to questions
  • Reserved parking and a private breakfast with President and Mrs. Kelly during Family Weekend
  • An exclusive spring semester event with President and Mrs. Kelly and university leadership.

Blue Tier members make annual contributions of $1,000+ over the course of an academic year (or $100+ per month over 10 months). A portion of your charitable donation includes goods and services valued at $170.

Parents of Graduated Students

Silver Tier ($1,000+ annually)

  • Football game hospitality experience
  • 2 parking decals
  • Invitation to regional alumni/parent events
  • Quarterly emails
  • Holiday ornament
  • Spring reception with University leadership

A portion of your charitable donation includes goods and services valued at $155.

Blue Tier ($500-$999 annually)

  • Football game hospitality experience
  • Invitation to regional alumni/parent events
  • Quarterly emails
  • Holiday ornament

A portion of your charitable donation includes goods and services valued at $60.

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