CAES Student Philanthropy Council
The mission of the Student Philanthropy Council is to elevate student awareness about the importance of philanthropy at UGA, to educate students on the impact of private giving at our college, and to promote student involvement in philanthropic initiatives at CAES.
Applications will open in February 2026 for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The Student Philanthropy Council (SPC) is a group comprised of undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) who play an integral role in outreach efforts for the CAES Office of Development and Alumni Relations. The goal of this group is to help build a culture of philanthropy within CAES's student body in order to ensure that our students become engaged and loyal alumni donors.
If you have questions about SPC, contact Joey Lynn at josephwlynn@uga.edu or 706-542-3390.
SPC Activities
SPC members support initiatives including:
- Ag Dawg Kickoff
- CAES Alumni Association Awards
- Delivering gifts to faculty/staff donors
- Writing thank-you notes
- Providing student input to the UGA CAES Alumni Association Board
- Tabling in fall and spring
- Intros and Appetizers - a student/alumni networking event
- Participate in UGA's Dawg Day of Gratitude
SPC Member Benefits
SPC members join a wide network of alumni and friends.
- Make an impact on your college
- Network with students and alumni
- Build your resume
- Gain an inside perspective on fundraising at CAES
2025 - 2026 Student Philanthropy Council
Lydia Belflower
Adeline Bennett
Winnie Carnes
Anna Clifton
Olivia Cook
Elle Dafnis
Rebecca Evans
Mia Gale
Olivia Garza
Jacob Harper
Hank Hawthorne
Amelia Housely
Rory Howes
Margie Knapek
Audrey Knoper
Robie Lucas
Claire Moore
Catherine Roach
Delaney Roberts
Georgia Simmons
Olivia Smith
Samantha Turley
Cora Wilkinson
The Student Philanthropy Council is supported by the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the Parents Leadership Council.
