The Development and Alumni Relations team at Vanderbilt University forges relationships with the goal of supporting world-class education and discovery on campus and beyond. Being part of DAR means you will have opportunities to live Vanderbilt University’s motto, Dare to Grow, as we impact and set bold ambitions for the future. Our philanthropic partners drive access and innovation by supporting scholarships, faculty, residential colleges, athletics, pathbreaking research, and so much more. Our community also gives back through gifts of time and expertise-serving as volunteers, mentors and beyond, to ensure all Commodores have the tools they need to flourish.