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WAKEPhiladelphia is a volunteer-led group dedicated to engaging alumni, parents and friends in the area. We plan a variety of programs throughout the year for all ages to participate in social, athletic, networking, and service opportunities. We hope you will join us at our next event. Go Deacs!

Support Your Community

Reach out to learn more about how you can be involved with your Community and Wake Forest.

Upcoming Events

Apr 05

Pro Humanitate Days 2025

11:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Face to Face helps to alleviate hunger in the community by serving an average of 100 hot, nourishing meals to people experiencing poverty. DEACS will volunteer for one shift serving a hot lunch to the Guests of Face to Face. Unfortunately, no children under age 14 are permitted to volunteer at Face to Face.

Leadership

  • Brian Miner ('94, P '25, P '28)
    Co-Chair
  • Amy Miner ('94, P '25, P '28)
    Co-Chair
  • Paul Charlton ('97)

Community Event Photos

Community Spotlight

  • Embracing Pro Humanitate from Home
    WAKECommunities has seen quite a few changes this past year. This very website experienced a makeover in recent months and may look unfamiliar to those of you who have not […]

Meet the WAKEPhiladelphia Team

Geoff Puttkammer is the Development Officer leading Wake Forest’s efforts in the Philadelphia community. He is excited to work with you to create local experiences and engagement opportunities for Wake Foresters in the area!

Geoff Puttkammer
puttkag@wfu.edu
(336) 758-6242

Geoff Puttkammer poses for photos with the Demon Deacon.