Philanthropic support provided by members of the Capital Society changes lives every day at Penn State Harrisburg. Without their support of scholarships, academic programs, intercollegiate athletics and more, maintaining the high-quality student experience that is expected at the Capital College would not be possible. Here is one example of many that demonstrates the kind of impact that the generosity of Capital Society members can have on our students, faculty, and the entire community:
Chase Robinson, ‘26
Business Premajor
Please take a moment to read the stories below about a few of our generous Capital Society members. These benefactors have supported College initiatives and programs that are close to their hearts.
Additionally, please check out some of these recent milestones for the college made possible by the generosity of our donors:
- AECOM Tishman gift names Penn State Harrisburg structures lab
- Madlyn Hanes honored at Harrisburg library naming ceremony
- Alumnus and wife create undergraduate criminal justice scholarship
- Couple’s gift establishes graduate scholarship in public administration
The Office of Development is pleased to work closely with Capital Society members to design a gift that maximizes impact, and provides direct support to an initiative that is most meaningful for each donor. Endowment gifts are carefully managed by Penn State to provide permanent, ongoing support for our students and programs so that the gift—and the legacy of our donors—endures for the life of the College.
To inquire about becoming a member of The Capital Society or to check the status of your membership, please contact the Office of Development at (717) 948-6316.