The Fold: Recognizing Our Donors
Thank you for being part of our fold. You’re one of the thousands of donors who support the college each year. We celebrate your generosity through enrollment in the following societies.
Did you know?
Though they are considered even-tempered animals, Heilan Coos are fierce when it comes to protecting their herd, called a fold.
Recognition Societies
Grand Society
Annual giving at the leadership level—$1,600 and above each year—is vital to the growth of the Macalester Fund.Macalester’s commitment to access, academic excellence and programmatic innovation require investment in the Macalester Fund; members of the Grand Society are partners in creating a bright and accomplished future for Macalester.
James Wallace Society
Those who make a commitment to Macalester’s future through an estate provision or life income gift are welcomed as members of the James Wallace Society. This planned giving recognition society honors all alumni, parents and friends whose gifts of future support are helping to ensure Macalester’s continued excellence.
Charles Macalester Society
Recognition in the Charles Macalester Society is offered to individuals whose lifetime giving has reached or exceeded $1 million. Recognition is given in perpetuity.
Charles Macalester Society honorees have participated in the life of the college in countless important ways, helping to build a strong financial foundation. The Charles Macalester Society exists to recognize their generous lifetime financial support.
Commitment to Donors
We strive to receipt and recognize all donations to the College quickly and accurately. We work to ensure the responsible use of restricted funds and to communicate the impact of giving to Macalester. To maintain the confidence of our donors, Macalester College upholds the tenets outlined in the Donor Bill of Rights.