Contributions from alumni provided the resources and scholarships that prepared you to be a leader. Today’s K students are undergoing that same preparation. As an alum, you can show your appreciation by paying it forward with a leadership gift.
Lead by Example
The 1833 Society for Young Alumni enables 2006-2022 graduates to become leaders in philanthropy through the tiered giving structure detailed below.
Class Years | Gift Amount | Monthly Gift |
2020, 2021, 2022 | $100 | $8.34 |
2017, 2018, 2019 | $250 | $20.84 |
2015, 2016 | $500 | $41.67 |
2013, 2014 | $750 | $62.50 |
2011, 2012 | $1,000 | $83.34 |
2009, 2010 | $1,250 | $104.17 |
2007, 2008 | $1,500 | $125.00 |
2006 + | $1,833 | $152.75 |
Please note: the monthly gift amounts above reflect 12 payments (July 2021-June 2022); recognition as a 1833 Society for Young Alumni donor will be based on total giving for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
Engagement Opportunities
Your leadership gift to the Kalamazoo College Fund makes it possible for today’s students to appreciate the K experience. In return, as a Young Alumni 1833 Society donor, you will receive:
- Invitations to special events during the academic year, including:
- A wine and cheese reception with President Jorge G. Gonzalez during Homecoming and Reunion Weekend on October 16, 2021.
- The Kalamazoo Bach Festival Christmas concert and holiday buffet at the president’s home on December 5, 2021.
- Networking opportunities with other K alumni and leadership donors.
- Special recognition at on-campus and at regional alumni events.
- The satisfaction of supporting the growth of exceptional programs and a strong campus community.
Questions?
For more information or questions regarding Young Alumni giving, please contact Laurel Palmer, Director, Kalamazoo College Fund, at 269.337.7282 or lpalmer@kzoo.edu.
To find out if your employer has a matching gift program, search our Matching Gift Company database.
*Gifts totaling $1,833 or more to the Kalamazoo College Fund are recognized as regular 1833 Society donors.