The MFAC exists to strengthen the partnership between Mizzou and its families by providing feedback, fostering engagement, supporting communication efforts, and advancing initiatives that promote student success and belonging.
Council members serve as thought partners, connectors, and advocates by:
- Sharing family perspectives
- Providing feedback on programs and communications
- Helping shape family engagement efforts
- Representing Mizzou positively within their networks
The council meets quarterly, primarily virtually, with one in-person meeting each year (typically during Family Weekend or a major campus event).
Members serve a minimum of one year, with two years preferred to support continuity and effectiveness.
In addition to quarterly meetings, members may:
- Serve on a subcommittee
- Volunteer at select events
- Participate in surveys or feedback sessions Overall, MFAC is designed to be impactful while remaining manageable for busy families.
No. MFAC serves in an advisory capacity. Recommendations and insights are shared with Mizzou Families staff and campus partners, who consider them in planning and decision-making.
Council members are encouraged to support Mizzou and Student Affairs priorities at a level meaningful and affordable to their family. Members who contribute $5,000 or more annually are recognized within the Leadership Circle, which includes additional strategic and leadership engagement.
All Leadership Circle members are part of MFAC, but Leadership Circle members:
- Provide enhanced strategic and philanthropic leadership
- Engage more directly with senior university leadership
- Support the long-term sustainability of family initiatives through leadership-level giving
Yes! Members are encouraged to:
- Suggest agenda topics
- Share emerging family needs
- Bring forward concerns or opportunities for improvement Your voice is central to the council’s success.
Members should notify Mizzou Families in advance. When possible, members may designate a representative or submit feedback prior to the meeting.
The Leadership Circle is a distinction within the Mizzou Families Advisory Council for members who provide enhanced strategic and philanthropic leadership in support of family engagement and student success.
Leadership Circle members:
- Engage more directly in strategic conversations
- May be invited to select briefings with senior university leadership
- Provide philanthropic leadership supporting Mizzou Families priorities
- Serve as visible champions for the program across networks
Leadership Circle members are encouraged to make an annual investment of $5,000 or more to the MFAC, aligned with:
- Mizzou Families initiatives
- Student success priority giving areas
- Student Affairs strategic goals
Gifts may be directed based on personal interest or industry interest in partnership with Advancement.
Leadership Circle philanthropy supports:
- Family engagement programming
- Communication and outreach initiatives
- Student success efforts connected to family support
- Program growth and sustainability
You will receive updates demonstrating the impact of your investment.
Yes. An Advancement partner will reach out to:
- Answer questions
- Discuss areas of interest
- Ensure your giving aligns with your philanthropic goals
This outreach is intended to be supportive and consultative, not transactional.
Yes, with your consent. Leadership Circle members may be recognized through:
- Mizzou Families publications
- Select events
- Program materials
Recognition preferences will always be honored.
We understand that circumstances evolve. Leadership Circle status is flexible and reviewed annually. Our goal is partnership, not pressure.