Athena Aurora Fund
an independent philanthropic and private investment fund created by M&T Alumni exclusively for M&T Alumni to benefit the M&T program
About Athena Aurora Fund
The Athena Aurora Fund's mission is to strengthen the M&T program by building a strong community fabric of students and alumni. We are a philanthropic fund-of-funds independently created by M&T alumni, designed to enable the M&T alumni and parents to invest in top-tier funds founded by M&T graduates.
Invest
M&T alumni and parents can invest in the Athena Aurora Fund. Athena Aurora provides LPs with an exclusive investment opportunity in top tier funds founded or managed by M&Ters. There are no management fees or carry at the Athena Aurora Fund level.
Philanthropy
After a return of capital, investors keep 50% of the profits and contribute the other 50% to M&T. These funds are used by the M&T program to sponsor opportunities like scholarships, internships, events, and more.
Student Interns
Current M&T students will serve as interns, involved in assisting with fund administration and maintaining contact with the LPs. Student interns also attend fund events as LP representatives.
Community
Aurora uses the fund's network to connect students and alumni for job and internship opportunities. The Aurora Fund serves as a catalyst for M&T by fostering a community of students, alumni, and industry professionals.
A Powerful Alliance
Though not directly affiliated with Penn or the M&T Program, Athena Aurora Fund brings together M&T Alumni, Parents, and Students in a powerful alliance to benefit the M&T program.
M&T Alumni & Parents
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invest in Aurora
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gain exclusive opportunities in successful M&T funds
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keep 50% of profits and 50% reinvested in M&T
M&T Students
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help run the fund as interns
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act as representative LPs
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explore careers in venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, and startups
M&T Funds
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run by M&T alumni with a strong presence in the M&T community
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provide opportunities for students to engage with new careers
M&T Program
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our contributions fund opportunities to enhance M&T
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expands the reach of M&T internationally