How Much Should I Give?

So you want to know how much you should give? That's easy. Give whatever YOU think is most appropriate. We want to have the greatest impact on Penn's future possible, to set the bar high for 2008, and to beat 2006, but this is about unity and participation more than anything. Here's a breakdown of what seniors gave last year to help you decide where you want to fit:

Gift Stratification for the Class of 2006 Senior Gift Drive
Dollars	Donors - Total 1365	% of Total Donors	Receipts ($)	% of Total Receipts
$1,000+	2	0.10%	$2,000	4.20%
$500 - $999	3	0.20%	1,520	3.20%
$240 - $499	85	6.30%	21,522	45.50%
$100 - $249	50	3.70%	5,386	11.40%
$40 - $99	92	6.90%	4,705	10%
$25 - $49	130	9.70%	3,415	7.20%
$10 - $24	452	33.70%	6,115	12.90%
$5 - $9	510	38%	2,573	5.40%

Note, a gift of $250 or greater enrolls you in the Benjamin Franklin Society, the Penn Fund’s leadership unrestricted giving group. Members of BFS form the most critical base of support for the University and serve as a powerful motivator for garnering greater alumni participation in The Penn Fund. Through their vision and generosity, members of the Benjamin Franklin Society are an inspiration and example to others.

Last year nearly half of the dollars '06 raised were from BFS donors (only 6.3% of all donors). Young alumni join BFS for a discounted rate, but the benefits are the same.

Benefits of BFS Membership:

· University Recognition: Thank you note from the President.

· Invitation to BFS events: January 31, 2007 - Invitation Only Senior Gift Drive Wine and Cheese Reception with Dr. Gutmann

BFS membership continues for a year after we graduate, so even more great events will take place then! To become a member of the Benjamin Franklin Society, you need not make your entire gift at one time. Once you have given $250 (in incremental gifts before June 30 or in one complete gift, you will be recognized as a BFS level donor and invited to BFS events.