Donor Recognition
The University of Mary Washington recognizes our dedicated donors for their generous support of our mission, students, and programs through membership societies based on level, type, or area of giving. Donor recognition levels include employer matching gifts when determining society membership.
The Washington Society recognizes benefactors providing support through lifetime gifts or planned gift commitments of $100,000 and more. Names of Washington Society members are included on a donor wall next to the Office of the President in George Washington Hall. Members are invited to the Celebration of Giving, Donor Appreciation Luncheon, Presidential Insights, and other special events throughout the year.
The Heritage Society honors those who have established and notified the University of planned gifts. There are no minimum gift levels. Members receive the Gift Planning Connections newsletter, Gift Legacy e-news with estate planning tips and articles, and other special communications. They also are invited to the Celebration of Giving, Donor Appreciation Luncheon, Presidential Insights, and other special events throughout the year. Learn more about gift planning options and become a member of the Heritage Society today.
Donors to the Fund for Mary Washington with annual gifts of $2,500 or more are recognized as President’s Circle members. Current or retired faculty and staff may qualify with annual gifts of $1,250; graduates 11-15 years out may join with an annual gift of $1,250 or more; and graduates of the last 10 years may qualify with annual gifts of $500 or more. Members are invited to the Celebration of Giving, Presidential Insights, and other special events throughout the year, and their names are included on a donor wall next to the Office of the President in George Washington Hall.
The Family Leadership Circle recognizes parents and guardians of currently enrolled students who make annual gifts of $1,000 or more to any area of the University. Members are invited to join a virtual session each fall and special campus event each spring to hear from and engage with University leadership.
The Forever True Circle recognizes loyal donors who make gifts to the University for three or more consecutive fiscal years or who have set up recurring (monthly, quarterly, or annual) gift plans. Each member receives a special gift in recognition of their dedication to Mary Washington.
For more information, contact the Office of Advancement & Alumni Engagement by email or at (540) 654-1024.