Yes. The easiest way to make memorial and tribute gifts is online. Before you complete your gift to Purdue, in the ADDITIONAL GIFT INFORMATION section of our online form, check the “In Memory/Honor Of” box and provide the requested information.
Planning an endowment gift can be a creative, challenging, and rewarding process. Our development professionals can help you choose the most beneficial gift asset and the best method for transferring it to the university in order to achieve your giving objectives.
Giving to Purdue can bring several tax advantages. Although you should always speak to your accountant or attorney regarding your taxes, the general information below may help you decide how or when to give.
State of Indiana College Tax Credit
Indiana taxpayers may take a tax credit of half (50%) of their gift to Purdue. For a joint return, the maximum credit is $200 (based on a gift of $400 or more), and for a single return, the maximum credit is $100 (for a gift of $200 or more). The tax credit directly reduces the “bottom line” of your state income tax by reducing the amount you owe in taxes. All it takes is your gift to Purdue and one simple form: the Indiana CC-40.
Federal Tax Advantages
Contributions to the Purdue Foundation are deductible as charitable contributions within the limits of the Internal Revenue Code.
Cash Gifts
Cash gifts are deductible up to 50% of adjusted gross income, with any carryover applied within five years. For example, the net cost of a $1,000 cash gift to a donor in the 35% marginal tax bracket is only $650 after the $350 tax savings.
Personal Property and Gifts-in-Kind
Gifts-in-kind (books, livestock, works of art, etc.) are deductible at the full fair-market value if they are related to educational programs or activities of the university and have been held for more than one year by the donor. Unrelated gifts-in-kind also may be made.
Gifts of Appreciated Property
With careful planning, charitable gifts of certain types of assets will provide even greater tax benefits to the donor than a gift of equivalent value in cash.
Gifts of appreciated property (securities and real estate) held for more than one year are deductible up to 30% of adjusted gross income with no capital-gains tax on the appreciation. The deduction is based on the fair-market value of the donated property. Gifts of appreciated property held for less than one year are deductible only up to the cost basis in the property, with a limit of 50% of adjusted gross income.
The charitable deduction for gifts of property that would yield ordinary income or short-term capital gains if sold is limited to the donor’s tax basis (usually the original cost of the property). Gifts of appreciated property held long-term provide a double tax benefit.
The full fair-market value of gifts of long-term appreciated securities or real estate is deductible up to 30% of a donor’s adjusted gross income. Any amount in excess of the 30% ceiling can be carried forward for up to five years.
For example, Mr. Albert, who is in the 28% income-tax bracket, owns securities currently valued at $22,000, which he purchased several years ago for $2,000. He contributes the securities to charity and realizes a $22,000 charitable deduction, which saves him $6,160 in income taxes (28% of $22,000). In addition, Mr. Albert avoids the potential capital-gains tax on his $20,000 paper profit. This means a further savings of $3,000 (15% of $20,000). Thus, the actual cost for Mr. Albert for the gift of $22,000 in appreciated securities is only $12,840 ($22,000, less $6,160, less $3,000).
The time may come when contributions for a particular project can no longer be used for their original purpose due to changing conditions (for example, when a construction or renovation project is completed, with funds remaining). In that event, the university in its discretion may utilize those funds for an alternate purpose in a manner that coincides with the donor’s original intent as closely as possible.
Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good. It is a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life. To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support, it is declared that all donors have these rights:
The text of this statement in its entirety was developed by the American Association of Fundraising Counsel (AAFRC), the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). (1993)
Each child must always be accompanied by an adult. One adult can bring two children, provided that all three attend the same class and stay together as a group. In some sessions, this will mean sharing equipment and working together as one unit. Participants registered in the same group will be placed in the same major and field trip.
While this program is designed for grandparents and grandchildren, we recognize that situations may arise where a grandparent is unable to attend. In these cases, a child’s relative—excluding a parent—may accompany them to the program. The child’s parent or legal guardian is required to sign permission forms prior to the event.
Children must be 7–14 years old.
All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, so each child would need at least one adult with them. To be placed in separate majors, you must register in separate groups.
No! Grandparents University is open to all family, friends, and fans of the university.
Yes, parents or guardians of participating children may attend the graduation ceremony in the Elliott Hall of Music.
The locations of several of our majors are within walking distance from the Purdue Memorial Union, which is where our main activities will take place. Buses will be available on a limited route for majors that require transportation. While these buses may not be able to offer door-to-door service, they reduce the amount of walking. A campus map will be provided upon arrival.
Commuting participants are encouraged to park in the Wood Street Garage at the posted hourly rate or use parking meters that use the Passport mobile app; payment of fees is required as posted. Please note Grant Street Garage will be inaccessible for the summer of 2024. Visitors may also purchase a visitor permit online. Visitors must still observe special postings including reserved spaces or spaces for accessible parking.
Campus visitors can purchase a daily permit, which costs $5 per day. With a daily permit, unless restrictions are posted that indicate otherwise, visitors may park in any “A,” “B,” or “C” space—excluding the Grant Street and Harrison Street parking garages. Daily permit parking is valid Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please visit Purdue’s visitor parking page to purchase a daily permit and learn more about parking options around campus.
No. However, if you need assistance getting to the main activities from the residence hall, please indicate that on your registration under Special Accommodations.
Purdue University encourages programs and activities that enhance learning and stimulate creativity in youth. The success of these programs depends on careful planning that makes safety the highest priority. The Programs Involving Minors Policy (III.A.6) and its associated Operating Procedures for Programs Involving Minors reinforce the safety of minors by putting in place requirements for background checks, program registration, training, and other safeguards based on the type of program.
A $5 daily permit will allow visitors to utilize spaces that require an “A” permit and a disability license plate or official placard. Please visit Purdue’s parking website to purchase a daily permit and learn more about accessible parking options around campus.
We want to make sure our program is accessible to everyone. For that reason, there is space on the GPU registration form to list any accommodations you may need. We also have included the activity levels for both majors and field trips on our website. Please read those carefully before completing your registration.
Registering early is key, so please be aware of registration dates and times. Some of the majors are limited in size due to availability of equipment or the venue. No guarantees can be made for any major.
Reminder: Participants registered in the same group will be placed in the same major and field trip. To be placed in separate majors, you must register in separate groups.
During the registration process, you will rank your major preferences from one to five, with one being your favorite. Major assignments will be sent to the primary registrant’s email in early June. Personalized schedules with details will be sent out one week before the event.
On March 1, a full list of our 2024 majors—as well as their descriptions and activities—will be available on our website. Field trips can be found under the “Event Details” tab.
You will receive an email in early June, that includes both your major and field trip information.
Our team went through a thorough and thoughtful process to ensure everyone was placed in one of their top five majors. Many factors were taken into consideration when assigning majors, including classroom ratios, availability of equipment and facilities, and keeping families together. We understand it can be disappointing to not receive one of your top choices, but hopefully you can use this opportunity to build excitement about learning something new together.
The Grandparents University program makes every effort to contact and encourage participation from each college at Purdue. Due to prior commitments and space constraints, not all colleges can participate each year.
Do you have a request for a college or course? Let us know at specialevents@purdueforlife.org.
We will be offering two sessions for Grandparents University 2024: July 18–19 and July 25–26.
Specific details will be sent to participants two weeks before the event.
Yes. We have secured a room block at the Union Club Hotel on campus. Please check out the Lodging page for room rates and hotel information.
Frieda Parker Hall was selected based on several important requirements, including availability, accessibility, and private bathrooms. It offers semi-suite style rooms that accommodate four people per suite.
One semi-suite includes two rooms and four single beds. If your party exceeds four people, you must purchase an additional semi-suite.
No. If you have medicine or other health-related items that need to be refrigerated, please indicate this in the “Special Accommodations” section of your registration or notify us prior to arriving on campus. Arrangements can be made if we receive advance notice.
Your GPU registration fee includes one breakfast on Friday morning, two lunches, and one dinner. On Thursday morning, light refreshments and breakfast snacks will be available throughout registration. Snacks will also be provided during breaks.
All allergies are taken very seriously and communicated with our culinary teams. If you or your grandchild has a food allergy, please make sure to indicate that during the registration process under “Special Accommodations.”
You must cancel your registration by Friday, May 31, 2024, to receive a refund. (The $50 administrative fee is nonrefundable.) Many of the costs associated with GPU are incurred prior to the program. Please consider the cancellation date carefully when registering. In the event of a family emergency, special arrangements will be considered.
Substitutions are allowed if the substitute completes the necessary waivers and returns them to us—signed—at least 30 days prior to the program start date. Substitutes must be in the same age group of the person they are replacing.
The registration fee includes five meals, five and a half hours of class time, admission to evening activities, an event T-shirt, transportation around campus, and other program items. You may wish to bring money for vending machines and souvenirs.
Purdue University prohibits the possession, use, or distribution of any explosives, guns, or other deadly or dangerous materials or weapons reasonably calculated to cause bodily injury in university facilities.
No illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages are allowed during the GPU program. GPU staff members reserve the right to remove participants who are under the influence or prohibit them from participating in the GPU program.
Office of Special Events
765-494-0900
specialevents@purdueforlife.org
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Due to the many events taking place this weekend, we urge you to act promptly to secure lodging as accommodations are in short supply. The Visit Lafayette–West Lafayette Visitor’s Center has a referral list of available space at area lodging facilities for major weekends in the community that can be found here. Please call 800-872-6648 or 765-447-9999 with additional questions.
To see everything happening in Greater Lafayette, click here.
Stop by either University Bookstore or Follett’s Purdue Bookstore to get your Boilermaker gear. You may also visit the Purdue Team Store at Ross-Ade Stadium to grab your game-day attire!
To learn more about the dining halls, click here.
To learn more about the options for visitors, click here.
To obtain up-to-date information on construction around campus, click here.
Boilermaker Station is Purdue for Life’s satellite office and Welcome Center in Stewart Center (Room 102). It is where alumni, students, and visitors can learn about how to stay connected, get involved, and give back. Pick up information on memberships and benefits, Purdue swag, and PASE kits. Take selfies with iconic Purdue backdrops, or explore our interactive display. For all home games, Boilermaker Station will be open three hours prior to kickoff and will close 30 minutes prior to kickoff.
For details regarding 50th Class Reunion activities, please refer to Friday’s event listing or visit the registration page.
Registrations are now open. Continue to check back for more events to be added!
Each of our featured events listed in the Events tab will indicate whether or not a registration is required.
For more information on game-day parking, click here.
Yes! To provide a safer environment, and to significantly expedite fan entry, the Ross-Ade Bag Policy limits the size and type of bags that may be brought to the Purdue football games. Click here to read more about the approved bag guidelines.
Check back for the 2025 homecoming dates!
Some events require registration— please double-check those you plan to attend.
Homecoming events are administered by the Homecoming Steering Committee led by Purdue for Life employees. Please email
specialevents@purdueforlife.org with questions or to get more information.
for your 50th-year reunion!
with activities for
Purdue fans of all ages.
Below is a list of commonly asked questions you may use as reference. If you have additional questions, please email us at homecoming@purdueforlife.org.
Event information is located on the homecoming website and includes details for all central, student, and 50th Class Reunion events as well as directions and information on where to learn about other events that colleges and units are hosting for Homecoming.
Due to the many events taking place this weekend, we urge you to act promptly to secure lodging as accommodations are in short supply. The Visit Lafayette – West Lafayette Visitor’s Center has a referral list of available space at area lodging facilities for major weekends in the community that can be found here. Please call 800-872-6648 or 765-447-9999 with additional questions.
To see everything happening in Greater Lafayette, click here.
A: Stop by either University Bookstore or Follett’s Purdue Bookstore to get your Boilermaker gear. You may also visit the Purdue Team Store at Ross-Ade Stadium to grab your game-day attire!
To learn more about the dining halls, click here.
To learn more about the options for visitors, click here.
To obtain up-to-date information on construction around campus, click here.
Boilermaker Station is Purdue for Life’s satellite office and Welcome Center in Stewart Center (Room 102). It is where alumni, students, and visitors can learn about how to stay connected, get involved, and give back. Pick up information on memberships and benefits, Purdue swag, and PASE kits. Take selfies with iconic Purdue backdrops, or explore our interactive display. For all home games, Boilermaker Station will be open three hours prior to kickoff and will close 30 minutes prior to kickoff.
For a list of all 50th Class Reunion events, visit our homepage and click on the 50th Reunion tab under Homecoming Events. Registration can be found here.
Certain events and programs will be available to view on demand. Please check the information for each event to see if virtual options are available.
Registrations are now open. Continue to check back for more events to be added!
Each of our featured events listed in the Homecoming Events section will indicate whether or not a registration is required. Registering online provides you with any links and/or passwords you may need for each of the various virtual events.
Check back for 2024 homecoming date!
Homecoming events—including Class of ’73 reunion activities—are administered by the Homecoming Steering Committee led by Purdue for Life employees. Please contact us at homecoming@purdueforlife.org for questions or to receive additional information.
The Purdue for Life Foundation helps people who love Purdue University stay connected, get involved, and give back. If you’re a graduate, friend, student, family member of a student, or simply a fan of Purdue, you’re part of the Purdue for Life Foundation.
Created on March 11, 2020, the Foundation deepens the Purdue family’s ties to the university, drives and coordinates all alumni-related activities across our graduates’ lives, and works to garner support for the university.
The Purdue for Life Foundation helps people who love Purdue University stay connected, get involved, and give back. If you’re a graduate, friend, student, family member of a student, or simply a fan of Purdue University, you’re part of the Purdue for Life Foundation.
Created on March 11, 2020, the Foundation deepens the Purdue family’s ties to the university, drives and coordinates all alumni-related activities across our graduates’ lives, and works to garner support for the university.
The Purdue for Life Foundation unites the alumni engagement function of the Purdue Alumni Association with the University Development Office, which each year is responsible for $400 million-plus in fundraising on behalf of the University. We encompass the President’s Council, which continues as a giving society; the John Purdue Club, which continues as a giving society; and the Office of Industry Partnerships, as well as alumni lifelong learning programs, on-campus residential opportunities, and more.
The organization is an independent LLC that resides within the Purdue Research Foundation. To learn how the Purdue for Life Foundation is funded, click here.
MISSION: The Purdue for Life Foundation will inspire well-being in the lives and global communities of all Purdue alumni, students, and friends while advancing Purdue University through deepening the sense of value experienced in continued association with the university.
VISION: The Purdue for Life Foundation is the cornerstone for engagement, development, and stewardship at Purdue. It will be a robust and purposeful interdependent community connecting alumni and friends to Purdue, the university with alumni, and alumni with each other.
The name “Purdue for Life” reflects our mission to deliver the benefits of Purdue University—including education, enrichment activities, travel, and on-campus residential opportunities—to alumni and friends throughout their lifetime, while also working to garner support for the university. Through Purdue for Life, the Purdue experience becomes a lifelong connection.
This integrated model, combining engagement and fundraising into one organization, has become increasingly common across American universities. The steering committee that recommended the formation of the Purdue for Life Foundation carefully studied a number of U.S. universities that have already adopted this approach.
The Purdue for Life Foundation is designed to improve engagement and communication by aligning fundraising and stewardship activities across campus and with alumni and friends. That means better coordination of activities, including trips, presentations, and other events; more streamlined communications so that email, digital, and print messages are more comprehensive and more thoughtfully timed; and better communication internally in order to deliver these benefits.
No, the Purdue Alumni Association continues as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and will continue its 145-plus-year tradition of serving alumni.
The Purdue Alumni Association and the Purdue for Life Foundation have formed an ongoing agreement in which Purdue for Life provides alumni engagement services for the university. Therefore, the Purdue Alumni Association has transferred its staff and certain assets to Purdue for Life to support alumni engagement activities and to provide Purdue Alumni Association members with current or similar membership benefits.
The Purdue Alumni Association’s ongoing responsibilities include:
These structural and governance provisions will create and help to maintain a close working relationship between the Purdue Alumni Association and Purdue for Life. In addition, the Purdue Alumni Association Board will conduct an annual review of Purdue for Life past-year performance and the Purdue for Life new-year plan.
No, the John Purdue Club continues as an organization for those who give annually at $200 or more to Purdue Athletics. The John Purdue Club is part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. See new logos below for the John Purdue Club:
No, President’s Council continues as an organization for those who give annually at $1,000 or more to any area at Purdue University. President’s Council is part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. See new logos below for President’s Council:
You will see communication from the Purdue for Life Foundation as opposed to the Purdue Alumni Association or University Development, and programming that had previously been conducted separately—for example, our activities in Naples, Florida, each February—will now be produced from the integrated Foundation so that you have a comprehensive view of the options available and can pay for them from one registration site.
Your Purdue Alumni Association membership is still active. You can access membership benefits when you create your updated login information at Purdue Connect.
Yes! Membership in the Purdue Alumni Association will be provided at two levels—Annual and Life—and administered through the Purdue for Life Foundation. Learn more!
The alumni engagement function of the Purdue for Life Foundation will continue to operate from the Dauch Alumni Center on campus, and Purdue for Life will also have a presence at Boilermaker Station in Stewart Center.
If you’re a graduate, friend, student, family member of a student, or simply a fan of Purdue University, congratulations! You’re already part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. There is no membership in, or fee to join, Purdue for Life.
That said, philanthropic giving toward Purdue Athletics can place you in the John Purdue Club, and annual giving of $1,000 or more to any area at Purdue University qualifies you as part of President’s Council. Donors who have given three years consecutively to the university, at any level, are part of the Griffin Society, and those who have left a gift to Purdue in their estate planning are members of the R.B. Stewart Society.
If you’re a graduate of Purdue University—including Purdue Global—congratulations! You’re already part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. There is no membership in, or fee to join, Purdue for Life.
You can get involved in a variety of ways—including through a regional club, an affinity network, volunteering or mentoring opportunities, giving, or lifelong learning. To learn more, visit Connect on the Purdue for Life website.
Yes, your generous contributions flow exactly as they always have.
Matt Folk, a 1991 Purdue electrical engineering graduate, is Purdue’s vice president for university advancement and alumni engagement and the president and CEO of the Purdue for Life Foundation. Folk recently retired as president and CEO of a firm specializing in the sales and marketing of semiconductor and electromechanical components. Additionally, Folk has been president of the Boiler Business Exchange in Indianapolis for many years, has been very active in all aspects of alumni engagement across campus, and was the Purdue for Life committee chairman.
Jillian Henry is vice president for engagement for the Purdue for Life Foundation. In that role, she leads alumni engagement for Purdue.
Greg Kapp is vice president for development for the Purdue for Life Foundation. In that role, he leads fundraising and stewardship for Purdue.
View all Purdue for Life senior leadership.
Purdue for Life President and CEO Matt Folk reports to a five-member board of managers that includes President Mung Chiang, three members of the Purdue Board of Trustees, and one member of the Purdue Alumni Association board. The Purdue Alumni Association will maintain its alumni board and membership and will retain its responsibility to nominate three members to the Purdue Board of Trustees.
Purdue Connect is an online portal for alumni, donors, and friends that provides these resources and more:
Sign in to see how you can stay connected through Purdue Connect!
The Purdue for Life Foundation helps the people who love Purdue University stay connected, get involved, and give back. If you’re a graduate, friend, student, family member of a student, or simply a fan of Purdue University, you’re part of the Purdue for Life Foundation.
Created on March 11, 2020, the Foundation deepens the Purdue family’s ties to the University, drives and coordinates all alumni-related activities across our graduates’ lives, and works to garner support for the University.
The Purdue for Life Foundation unites the alumni engagement function of the Purdue Alumni Association with University Development, which each year is responsible for $400 million-plus in fundraising on behalf of the University. We encompass the President’s Council, which continues as a giving society, the John Purdue Club, which continues as a giving society, and the Office of Industry Partnerships, as well as alumni lifelong learning programs and on-campus residential opportunities.
The organization is an independent LLC that resides within the Purdue Research Foundation. To learn how the Purdue for Life Foundation is funded, click here.
MISSION: The Purdue for Life Foundation will inspire well-being in the lives and global communities of all Purdue alumni, students, and friends while advancing Purdue University through deepening the sense of value experienced in continued association with the university.
VISION: The Purdue for Life Foundation is the cornerstone for engagement, development, and stewardship at Purdue. It will be a robust and purposeful interdependent community connecting alumni and friends to Purdue, the University with alumni, and alumni with each other.
The name “Purdue for Life” reflects our mission to deliver the benefits of Purdue University—including education, enrichment activities, travel, and on-campus residential opportunities—to alumni and friends throughout their lifetime, while also working to garner support for the University. Through Purdue for Life, the Purdue experience becomes a lifelong connection.
This integrated model, combining engagement and fundraising into one organization, has become increasingly common across American universities. The steering committee that recommended the formation of the Purdue for Life Foundation carefully studied a number of U.S. universities that have already adopted this approach.
The Purdue for Life Foundation is designed to improve engagement and communication by aligning fundraising and stewardship activities across campus and with alumni and friends. That means better coordination of activities, including trips, presentations, and other events; more streamlined communications so that email, digital, and print messages are more comprehensive and more thoughtfully timed; and better communication internally in order to deliver these benefits.
No, the Purdue Alumni Association continues as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and will continue its 143-plus-year tradition of serving alumni.
The Purdue Alumni Association and the Purdue for Life Foundation have formed an ongoing agreement in which Purdue for Life provides alumni engagement services for the University. Therefore, the Purdue Alumni Association has transferred its staff and certain assets to Purdue for Life to support alumni engagement activities and to provide Purdue Alumni Association members with current or similar membership benefits.
The Purdue Alumni Association’s ongoing responsibilities include:
These structural and governance provisions will create and help to maintain a close working relationship between the Purdue Alumni Association and Purdue for Life. In addition, the Purdue Alumni Association Board will conduct an annual review of Purdue for Life past-year performance and the Purdue for Life new-year plan.
No, the John Purdue Club continues as an organization for those who give annually at $200 or more to Purdue Athletics. The John Purdue Club is part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. See new logos below for the John Purdue Club:
No, the President’s Council continues as an organization for those who give annually at $1,000 or more to any area at Purdue University. The President’s Council is part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. See new logos below for the President’s Council:
You will begin to see communication from the Purdue for Life Foundation as opposed to the Purdue Alumni Association or University Development, and programming that had previously been conducted separately—for example, our activities in Naples, Florida, each February—will now be produced from the integrated Foundation so that you have a comprehensive view of the options available and can pay for them from one registration site.
Your Purdue Alumni Association membership is still active. You can access membership benefits when you create your updated login information at Purdue Connect.
Yes! Membership in the Purdue Alumni Association will be provided at three levels—Basic, Annual, and Life—and administered through the Purdue for Life Foundation. Learn more!
The alumni engagement function of the Purdue for Life Foundation will continue to operate from the Dauch Alumni Center on campus, and Purdue for Life will also have a presence at Boilermaker Station in Stewart Center.
If you’re a graduate, friend, student, family member of a student, or simply a fan of Purdue University, congratulations! You’re already part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. There is no membership in, or fee to join, Purdue for Life.
That said, philanthropic giving toward Purdue Athletics can place you in the John Purdue Club, and annual giving of $1,000 or more to any area at Purdue University qualifies you as part of President’s Council. Donors who have given three years consecutively to the University, at any level, are part of the Griffin Society, and those who have left a gift to Purdue in their estate planning are members of the R.B. Stewart Society.
In addition, you have the opportunity to give to the Purdue for Life Foundation Fund. It’s a way to support the University’s strategic priorities, areas of greatest need, or any purpose consistent with the mission of the Foundation or Purdue University. We appreciate your generosity! Visit Give Now and select the Purdue for Life Foundation Fund to make your gift.
If you’re a graduate of Purdue University—including Purdue Global—congratulations! You’re already part of the Purdue for Life Foundation. There is no membership in, or fee to join, Purdue for Life.
You can get involved in a variety of ways—including through a regional club, an affinity network, volunteering or mentoring opportunities, giving, or lifelong learning. To learn more, visit Connect on the Purdue for Life website.
Yes, your generous contributions flow exactly as they always have.
Matt Folk, a 1991 Purdue electrical engineering graduate, is Purdue’s vice president for university advancement and alumni engagement and the president and CEO of the Purdue for Life Foundation. Folk recently retired as president and CEO of a firm specializing in the sales and marketing of semiconductor and electromechanical components. Additionally, Folk has been president of the Boiler Business Exchange in Indianapolis for many years, has been very active in all aspects of alumni engagement across campus, and was the Purdue for Life committee chairman.
Jillian Henry is vice president for engagement for the Purdue for Life Foundation. In that role, she leads alumni engagement for Purdue.
Greg Kapp is vice president for development for the Purdue for Life Foundation. In that role, he leads fundraising and stewardship for Purdue.
View all Purdue for Life senior leadership.
Purdue for Life President and CEO Matt Folk reports to a five-member board of managers that includes President Mitch Daniels, three members of the Purdue Board of Trustees, and one member of the Purdue Alumni Association board. The Purdue Alumni Association will maintain its alumni board and membership and will retain its responsibility to nominate three members to the Purdue Board of Trustees.
