Parents & Family Council

Dear Rollins Families,

On behalf of the Parents & Family Council, welcome to Rollins College! Established in 1963, our council is one of the oldest parent leadership organizations in higher education, reflecting a long-standing tradition of family engagement, partnership, and support.

We invite you to join the Parents & Family Council with an unrestricted gift of $5,000 or more to the Rollins Annual Fund. Through the Council, families have the opportunity to connect with one another, engage with campus leadership, and enhance the Rollins experience for their students. Our involvement has deepened our own connection to the College and enriched our families in meaningful ways.

Together we welcome you into this remarkable community and wish you and your student a most successful year at Rollins!

With warm regards,

Lee Saufley ’87 P’25
George & Wendy Stringer P’28
Parents & Family Council Co-Chairs

Our Mission

Parents & Family Council members share a commitment to advancing Rollins’ mission of delivering a high-quality liberal arts education. They support the College through advocacy, engagement, and philanthropy, while serving as ambassadors in their communities. Members also provide valuable insight into the family experience and foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.

Membership

The generosity and engagement of parents have long been essential to the Rollins experience. By joining the Parents & Family Council, families become part of a dynamic community committed to supporting students and advancing the College’s mission. Through their involvement and support, members strengthen the value of a Rollins education and contribute to the continued success and distinction of the College.

With bold and ambitious goals, parent leadership plays a critical role in sustaining excellence. Council members help ensure the College continues to attract exceptional students and delivers a rigorous and transformative academic experience.

Rollins family laughing and enjoying a Winter Park boat ride.

Philanthropy

Members of the Parents & Family Council demonstrate their philanthropic leadership through an annual unrestricted gift of $5,000 or more to the Rollins Fund, designated to either the Area of Greatest Need or Financial Aid, by December 31 each year.

These gifts provide immediate and meaningful impact that serve to support students where the need is greatest and advance the College’s mission.

Additional philanthropic contributions may be directed toward other priorities and initiatives across Rollins, allowing families to align their giving with areas of personal interest.

Members may even choose to double their impact with a matching corporate gift.

Make a gift today

Parent and Family Council Members at an evening event.

Community

Members of the Parents & Family Council play an important role in strengthening the Rollins community by:

Building meaningful relationships with fellow families and College leaders
Partnering with the Center for Career & Life Planning to offer internships, career insights, and mentoring opportunities
Hosting regional gatherings and receptions that connect families and alumni beyond campus
Contributing to a vibrant, supportive network that enhances the Rollins experience for students and families alike

Together, Council members foster lasting connections and help make Rollins an even more dynamic and connected community.

Parent & Family Council members at a Rollins event in Rice Family Pavilion.

Benefits

Invitations to two annual on-campus members only events with college leadership
Reserved room blocks at The Alfond Inn for select events, on a first-come, first-served basis
Reserved seating tickets for Commencement (for members with graduates)
Priority access to exclusive campus and regional events (costs for special events may apply)
Fiat Lux Society membership, and invitation to annual reception
Member Directory distributed in advance of the annual Spring Forum

Join Us

If you are ready to become part of a proud Rollins tradition, one of the nation’s oldest parents' councils, join today with an unrestricted gift to the Rollins Annual Fund.

Make a Gift

Questions?

To learn more about membership, engagement opportunities, and flexible ways to give, connect with Carolyn Clayton, Parent & Family Giving Officer, at cclayton@rollins.edu or 407.646.2414.