TRANSFORMING THE PROFESSION
Our Community is Growing Stronger
Giving societies recognize the powerful impact of philanthropy and engagement across our community. Through their generosity, giving society members enable The College to uplift the financial services profession and benefit society.

Our Giving Societies
The College is proud to recognize individual donors and corporate partners who make an annual gift of $1,500 or more with membership in the prestigious President’s Circle. Payments must be completed by December 31 annually and may be spread throughout the calendar year. Matching gifts also count toward membership. Donors who make a gift of $750, along with their company match, will qualify to join the President’s Circle.
From cutting-edge research to innovative academic programs, your generosity equips our community with the knowledge to navigate the complex financial landscapes of today and tomorrow. Join today to affirm your commitment to the future of financial services.
President’s Circle members receive exclusive benefits, including:
- Special invitations to College events, including the annual President’s Dinner
- President’s Circle lapel pin
- Exclusive webcasts featuring College thought leaders
- Printed edition of the President’s Report delivered to your address annually
As The College’s most committed and consistent supporters, Loyalty Society members exemplify the spirit of giving back. They lead by example and see the impact of their ongoing support flourish over generations.
Loyalty Society membership is based on consecutive giving over three years with an annual gift each year thereafter to maintain membership status. Members who continuously invest in The College help develop programs that shape the next generation of leaders, from research and academic initiatives to scholarships and mentorship opportunities.
Whether you’re making a first gift or renewing your membership, your support affirms your
commitment to the future of financial services. Payments must be completed by December 31 annually and may be spread throughout the calendar year. You can even double the impact of your contribution with a matched gift.
Loyalty Society members receive exclusive benefits, including:
- An annual membership gift as a token of our appreciation
- Exclusive webcasts featuring College thought leaders
- Printed edition of the President’s Report delivered to your address annually
Create a lasting legacy with your gift. The Legacy Society honors individuals who have invested in the future of The College through planned giving. Whether through an IRA charitable rollover, donor advised fund, or beneficiary designation, there are many opportunities to include charitable giving in your estate and financial plans.
Legacy Society members invest in the future of The College and the financial services profession. A planned gift is one of the most meaningful ways you can make an impact. Your decision to include The College in your planned giving is an act of generosity we want to celebrate. Legacy Society members receive exclusive benefits, including:
- Special invitations to College events, including the annual President’s Dinner
- A Legacy Society lapel pin
- Exclusive webcasts featuring College thought leaders
- Printed edition of the President’s Report delivered to your address annually
- Recognition in the Legacy Society member honor roll
Have you already included the College in your legacy plans? If so, please contact Alex
Simon at alex.simon@theamericancollege.edu, so that we can recognize your generosity
and ensure that your gift is used as you intend.
Founded in December 2019, the Second Century Society recognizes generous benefactors who have made lifetime gifts reaching $1 million or more of philanthropic impact. Newly inducted members to the Second Century Society are recognized at The College’s annual President’s Dinner with a tribute video, thank you message from The College's President and CEO, George Nichols III, CAP®, and a special gift commemorating a lifetime of impactful giving. It is a wonderful opportunity to see impact in action. Learn more about 2024 Second Century Society inductees Charles R. (posthumously) and Mary M. Wright.
For additional information, please contact Carol Parlin Prushan at
carol.prushan@theamericancollege.edu.