Annual Giving Societies

Alma College Stewardship Plan


We appreciate the remarkable stewardship of each donor toward Alma College, as well as his or her personal relationship and involvement with the unique opportunities that comprise the Alma Experience.

In honor of our donors’ generosity, in 2010 we identified new cumulative giving societies. These include:

Cumulative Giving Societies: Acknowledges giving at extraordinary levels.

  • Ammi W. Wright Society: $1,000,000+
  • Robert D. Swanson Society: $500,000–$999,999

Heritage Society: Recognizes individuals who have included Alma College in their personal estate plans.

Annual Giving Societies: Honors our rich Scottish heritage and traditions while recognizing the generosity of donors on an annual basis.

President’s Circle:

  • Scots Society: $100,000+
  • Tartan Society: $50,000–$99,999
  • Heather Society: $25,000–$49,999
  • Thistle Society: $10,000–$24,999
  • Pinecone Society: $5,000–$9,999
  • Piper Society: $1,000–$4,999

Additional Levels:

  • Kilt Society: $500–$999
  • Cream Society: $250–$499
  • Maroon Society: $100–$249
  • Loyal Hearts Society: $1–$99

The passion and appreciation for The Alma Experience is reflected in the generosity of our donors, and we are all grateful for the enormous difference these individuals make for Alma College. All donors share in our pride and sustain our vision. It is our pleasure to thank and recognize them each year.

 

Frank Knox’s accomplishments are extraordinary: From fighting alongside Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders and publishing the Chicago Daily News vice presidential candidate in 1936 to Secretary of the Navy under Franklin D. Roosevelt. Through it all, the 1912 graduate stayed true to his Alma College roots. His portrait adorns the conference room in the Reid-Knox Administration Building.

 

Donor Profile

Phil Chisholm

Phil Chisholm
Graduation: 1956

Phil Chisholm ’56 says he has a soft spot for Alma College. When he recalls his experience here, it’s easy to see why.

“You’re a person, not a number, at Alma,” he says. “I enjoyed being in an atmosphere where you can really get to know people, including the professors.”