WELCOME
The Grassroots Network is a legislative education and advocacy group sponsored by the Penn State Alumni Association. Its more than 39,000 members have joined forces to advocate for Penn State's future. In as little as a few minutes every month or so, volunteers learn about legislative issues important to Penn State in Harrisburg and Washington, D.C., and communicate Penn State’s needs to the governor, state legislators, and members of Congress.

It doesn’t cost anything to be part of the Network. All it takes is a little time and energy. In as little as a few minutes every month or so, Network volunteers are making a big difference.

Since the Network was launched in November 2003, the support of Network volunteers has helped Penn State keep tuition increases as low as possible, raise the quality of a Penn State education, preserve the value of a Penn State degree, and boost the local and state economy.

It’s the individual members of the Network who make its efforts successful. But by being part of the Network, they stay informed about important legislative issues, receive periodic “action alerts” that let them know when it’s time to get in touch with their elected officials, and get help in crafting their messages of support.