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As a parent or family member of a Hope student, you have a unique perspective and are a comforting presence for students and families. There are plenty of ways to get involved.

A family enjoyes One Big Weekend: Homecoming and Family Weekend Hope families contribute to the success of the college in countless ways. We look forward to partnering with you in any of the following areas:

Attend Events: Attend events in your area, including Alumni and Family Engagement-sponsored events or arts and athletic events. You can even volunteer to plan an event in your community. If you are interested, reach out to us at families@hope.edu or 616.395.7250.
Buy Hope Gear: You never know when a Hope College license plate holder or hat will spark a meaningful conversation. Show your school spirit by purchasing Hope College merchandise through the bookstore.
Campus Ministries: Learn more about Campus Ministries and watch Chapel online!
Make a Career Connection: The Hope College Connection is an innovative online community for calling and career that brings together students, alumni and families for mentoring and experiential learning. You can tap into the power of the Hope network with smart-matching algorithms to identify new connections as you navigate your career.
Make a Gift: The quality of the Hope experience is made possible by a community of donors. Join them and support the college financially by contributing to The Hope Fund or another special project. Let us know if we should contact an organization or individual to financially support Hope.
Refer a Student: Make Hope known to prospective students and families by communicating with the youth of your community and sharing with friends and family looking for colleges. Learn more about refering a student to Hope.
Support Your Student: One of the best ways you can get involved in the life of the college is by supporting your student at Hope. Learn about the many resources available to help you do this.
Travel with Hope: The Global Travel Program incorporates learning through exploring history, culture, art and language on international trips with Hope faculty experts.
Volunteer: There are a variety of ways for alumni and families to volunteer at the college. If you’re interested in volunteering at Hope, reach out to us at families@hope.edu or 616.395.7250 or complete the online form.