Giving Recognition
Cornell College annual giving recognition
Cornell’s Annual Giving recognition societies acknowledge your commitment to sustaining the transformative liberal arts education every student receives at Cornell.
President’s Society ($2,000+ to any fund)
Members of the Cornell College President’s Society are philanthropic leaders who understand the power of a Cornell education. The President's Society recognizes these donors who put the college first in their annual philanthropy.
How do I become a member of the President’s Society?
Contribute $2,000 or more in cumulative total giving in the fiscal year to any purpose.
Benefits of membership:
- Special print communications from President Brand throughout the year, which includes the Presidential White Paper series.
- Invitation to The President’s Reception at Homecoming and other special events.
How do I renew my membership?
Contribute $2,000 or more in cumulative total giving each fiscal year to any purpose (July 1-June 30).
Cornell College Heritage Society
Transforming lives on the Hilltop, forever
Cornell’s Heritage Society recognizes and honors the alumni, parents, and friends who have documented planned gifts to the college. Donors who include Cornell in their estate plans or life income gifts leave a lasting legacy and ensure the college’s impact on generations to come.
Benefits of membership:
- Heritage Society lapel pin
- Invitation to The President’s Reception at Homecoming
- Special communications from the college throughout the year
Is Cornell College already included in your estate plans?
Sharing the details of your gift with us is beneficial to you, Cornell, and future donors, and it’s entirely confidential. If you already have an estate or life income gift in place for Cornell, please let us know of your intent by completing the Statement of Deferred Gift form and returning it by email to giving@cornellcollege.edu or mail to the Office of Alumni & College Advancement, 600 1st St SW, Mount Vernon, IA 52314.
Need more information?
See our planned giving site for information on legacy giving.
Giving back
Craig Kuehl ’66 & Jane Lucas
"I want to give something to Cornell because it gave so much to me. I managed through a Cornell education, and just luck, to become an actor and join the foreign service and have a very satisfying career. You have to support an institution that helps you achieve those things."
Support is needed for students all year round, so please consider a donation or increasing a current giving level to enter these levels of recognition.