Winter 2026

Inspiring Impact Magazine

A biannual publication exploring philanthropy at Penn.

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A portrait of Wendy Holman, W’97, Chair of the Trustee Development Committee at the University of Pennsylvania.
Read a welcome message from Wendy Holman, W’97, Chair of Penn’s Trustee Development Committee.
A portrait of Wendy Holman, W’97, Chair of the Trustee Development Committee at the University of Pennsylvania.
Read a welcome message from Wendy Holman, W’97, Chair of Penn’s Trustee Development Committee.

Table of Contents

Illustration of Philadelphia skyline behind Lauder College House with a translucent Earth rising in the background.

A Man of Vision

How Leonard A. Lauder, W’54, touched generations of Penn students and made a lasting impact on education, business, and health care

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University students collaborate at a whiteboard, with one student leading a discussion in a bright, modern classroom.

Investing in Excellence

Philanthropic support of graduate education is critical in fostering the next generation of scholars and leaders in every field

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Abstract illustration of molecules, neural networks, and muscle tissue representing AI in biomedical research.

Early Drug Discovery Meets AI

Philanthropy is jump-starting new applications of AI across Penn Medicine

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Visitors ride an escalator past a vibrant geometric mural in the Clifton Center for Medical Breakthroughs.

The Art of Care

At the Clifton Center for Medical Breakthroughs, art is an integral part of the healing process

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Dean Erika James and donor Bruce Jacobs celebrate a historic $60 million gift to Wharton’s finance education.

A Historic Gift for Wharton

Wharton launches Master of Science in Quantitative Finance with $60 million gift from Dr. Bruce I. Jacobs, G’79, GrW’86

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Monumental head sculpture Rui Rui by Jaume Plensa stands in Harrison Garden at the University of Pennsylvania.

New Art on the Block

Jaume Plensa’s Rui Rui, donated by Glenn, W’87, WG’88 and Amanda, C’95, Fuhrmann, joins the Penn Art Collection

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Donors enjoy a moment with Penn’s iconic Ben Franklin sculpture, surrounded by campus greenery.

A Creative Way to Support Penn

How charitable gift annuities make a long-term impact

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Group of Penn students talking outside the School of Social Policy & Practice building on a sunny day.

Giving Highlights

A selection of recent gifts inspiring impact across the University

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Close-up of two smiling Penn students studying together at a table with laptops and library lamps.

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