Giving Societies

The 1839 Society recognizes the exceptional commitment from our donors who—through their annual gifts of $1,000 or more—provide a foundation of leadership and support to Westfield State University.

Named in honor of the year the university was founded by Horace Mann, the Society recognizes five levels of leadership giving:

President's Circle $25,000+

Davis-Bates Circle $10,000-$24,999

Scanlon Circle $5,000-$9,999

Dickinson Circle $2,500-$4,999

Member $1,000-$2,499

Members of the 1839 Society will receive invitations to special stewardship events and recognition in our annual impact report.

* Society levels reflect annual giving from July 1 to June 30.

The 1839 Society entry level for G.O.L.D. alumni (classes of 2014-2025) begins at $100 in the first year after graduation and increases by $100 each year through the 10th Reunion.

Horace Mann Legacy Society was established to honor individuals who have included WSU in their estate plans through a will, trust, gift annuity, life insurance policy, retirement plan, etc. If your are interested in establishing a planned gift with Westfield State please contact Bill Hynes, Executive Director, Institutional Advancement & Westfield State University Foundation, Inc., at (413) 572-8647 or whynes@westfield.ma.edu.