DONOR RECOGNITION and STEWARDSHIP PLAN
Alma College is proud to continue a strong tradition of honoring donors as members of 12 Giving Societies. At each level, alumni, parents, corporations, foundations, Churches and friends have chosen to express their commitment to Alma’s mission of excellence in the liberal arts experience. It is often said that the act of generosity is not as dependent on the measure of one’s wealth as on the willingness of one’s spirit. The donors in our Giving Societies share in our pride and sustain our vision; it is our pleasure to thank and recognize them each year.
CUMULATIVE GIVING SOCIETIES
Wright Society — $1,000,000 + over one or more years
This level is named for Ammi W. Wright, founding benefactor of Alma College in 1886 and honors collective giving of extraordinary levels. Members of this society meet with the College President, are recognized with a press release and receive a crystal pine cone ornament.
Swanson Society — $500,000 - $999,999 over one or more years
This level is named to honor the ninth President of Alma College, Dr. Robert D. Swanson. Dr. Swanson served the campus from 1956-1980. As his legacy to Alma College was dramatic in a myriad of ways, so too are the exceptional gifts share by members of this society who help advance the College’s mission. Members of this society likewise are contacted by the College President, recognized with a press release and receive a Swanson medallion plaque.
ESTATE PLAN SOCIETY
Heritage Society - Individuals who have included Alma in their estate plans
This society recognizes those donors who have unselfishly included Alma in their estate plans. Members of this society are contacted by the Planned Giving Director, invited to campus events, invited to major donor dinners/events, as well as receiving a Heritage Club pinecone tile and pin.
ANNUAL GIVING SOCIETIES
Annual Giving Societies are named to honor the Alma College Scots and our rich Scottish heritage and traditions. All donors are recognized publicly in our annual donor listing mailed to all constituents.
Scots Society — $500,000 +
This level gratefully acknowledges the exemplary support of individuals who make an enormous difference for Alma. Members of this society are contacted by the President and/or the Vice President for Advancement by personal visit, phone call and written acknowledgement; they are invited to major donor dinners/events on and off campus, receive a campus landmark photo and letter from a current student.
Highland Society — $250,000 - $499,999
This level honors donors who have given superior gifts during the year. Members of this society are contacted by the President and/or the Vice President for Advancement by personal visit, phone call and written acknowledgement; they are invited to major donor dinners/events on and off campus, receive a campus landmark photo and letter from a current student.
Tartan Society — $50,000 - $249,000
This level recognizes the leadership giving of annual donors. Members of this society are contacted by the President and/or the Vice President for Advancement by personal visit, phone call and written acknowledgement; they are invited to major donor dinners/events on and off campus, receive a campus landmark photo and letter from a current student.
Heather Society — $25,000 - $49,999
This level salutes the exceptional generosity by very faithful and loyal friends. Members of this society are contacted by the President and/or the Vice President for Advancement by personal visit, phone call and written acknowledgement; they are invited to major donor dinners/events on and off campus, receive a campus landmark photo and letter from a current student.
Thistle Society — $10,000 - $24,999
This level recognizes strong giving from donors with a passion for the Alma experience. Members of this society are contacted by the President, the Vice President for Advancement and/or a Regional Advancement Director by personal visit, phone call and written acknowledgement; they are invited to major donor dinners/events on and off campus, receive a campus landmark photo and letter from a current student.
Pinecone Society — $5,000 - $9,999
This level thanks donors for a rare act of generosity. Members of this society are contacted by the President, the Vice President for Advancement and/or a Regional Advancement Director by personal visit, phone call and written acknowledgement; they are invited to major donor dinners/events on and off campus, receive a campus landmark photo and letter from a current student.
Piper Society — $1,000 - $4,999
This begins the major donor level and honors the sincere generosity of many donors. Members of this society receive a personal call from a staff person, are invited to major donor dinners/events on and off campus, receive a campus landmark photo and letter from a current student.
Kilt Society — $500 - $999
This level acknowledges uncommon generosity towards Alma students. Members of this society receive a thank you/receipt, a student thank you letter and calendar.
Maroon & Cream Society — $100 - $499
This level recognizes donors in this import entry level range. Members of this society receive a thank you/receipt, a student thank you letter and calendar.
