See how John Wood defines philanthropy on April 10

At age 35, John Wood left Microsoft to found Room to Read—one of the fastest-growing nonprofits in history. Since then, his organization has impacted the lives of more than 5 million children in Asia and Africa by increasing their access to high-quality educational opportunities. 

Hear his inspirational story firsthand at the...

INAUGURAL PHANSTIEL LECTURE
Tuesday, April 10, 4 p.m.
Hendricks Chapel

Supported by a generous gift from SU Trustee Howie Phanstiel ’70, G’71 and Louise Phanstiel, the Phanstiel Lecture is one of the highlights of Philanthropy Week at SU—a celebration of the tremendous power of philanthropy and its impact on us all. 

Learn more online

Learn more about Philanthropy Week at pweek.syr.edu.

And don’t forget Thank-a-Donor Day, Thursday, April 12. That's the day tuition runs out and gifts from SU donors take over. Mark the day by sharing a few words of appreciation with our donors.

Say thanks via Twitter at #suthanks or online at thanks.syr.edu!

Coming to the Class of 2012 Donor Appreciation Event?

April 12, 5–7 p.m.
Club 4.4, Carrier Dome

Make your gift of $20.12 or more by noon on April 12, and you can be our guest for free refreshmentsa and behind-the-scenes tours of the Carrier Dome!