Giving Societies
The 1852 Society
As Antioch University responds to the needs and expectations of students across the country and online, we lean into the pride and traditions that have made us great while remaining keenly focused on the future.
Founded in 1852, the roots of Antioch run deep, and your commitment to our mission is important to our success. Join us in honoring our history and help us secure the future of our students with a gift of $1,852 or more.
The 1852 Society plays a vital role in every aspect of moving Antioch forward. By contributing annually to support scholarships and the Antioch University Fund, you help the University make a meaningful difference in the lives of today’s Antiochians. Whether you choose to one or more of these valuable aspects of the education experience, you ensure that deserving students can attend Antioch and that the leadership of the institution can address the University’s most urgent priorities—your contribution makes an impact. With your support, we will continue to WIN ONE FOR HUMANITY!
Membership in the 1852 Society is granted on an annual basis and calculated based on Total Annual Contributions during our fiscal year, from July 1 to June 30, which include matching gifts, installment payments, or monthly giving (for example $1,852 is roughly $154.33/month) to budget relieving funds across the University.
As a small expression of our gratitude annual members receive the following:
- Special Event Considerations - receive invitations to special 1852 Society and other VIP opportunities, and enjoy priority seating at select University events and programs;
- Personal Connection – after joining you will receive a personal communication from a member of the Office of Institutional Advancement that will be your primary point of contact at the University to help provide information and more;
- Insider Updates - connect with University leadership and receive in-depth information about the impact of your gifts;
- Visibility - in addition to special recognition at events, your name will be proudly displayed in the Alumni Magazine.
- Change a Life – by joining the 1852 Society you are empowering the next generation of Antioch alumni with the skills and knowledge to change their communities and make a difference in the world.
For additional information on the 1852 Society giving society, please contact our team at [email protected].
1852 Society- Donor FAQ
Celebrating Antioch University’s most committed annual supporters
The 1852 Society is Antioch University’s new recognition group honoring donors who make an annual gift or cumulative gifts of $1,852 or more during the academic year (July 1–June 30). Named for the year Antioch was founded, the Society recognizes those who champion our mission of social justice, equity, and innovative education.
Antioch University was founded in 1852 with a vision of education as a force for the public good. Today, donors at this level carry forward that bold legacy by sustaining academic excellence, faculty innovation, student scholarships, experiential learning, and justice-centered leadership development.
Members receive:
- Recognition in the Alumni Magazine and the annual honor roll
- Exclusive access to President Lori Varlotta, including:
- Special 1852 Society–only town halls
- Invitations to regional meet-and-greets during presidential travel
- Priority engagement with the Advancement team, including concierge support for questions, giving opportunities, and impact updates
- Early access to select events, announcements, and campus news
But most importantly, members play a defining leadership role in Antioch’s next chapter.
No. Members can qualify by reaching a cumulative total of $1,852 during the academic year (now through June 30). Monthly, quarterly, or multi-gift plans all count.
Absolutely. You can direct your support to:
- Faculty excellence
- Student scholarships
- Your preferred program
- Your preferred campus
- Or to Antioch’s area of greatest need
All gifts count toward 1852 Society membership.
Yes. If your employer offers charitable matching gifts, the match will count toward your cumulative annual total.
All members are listed in the Alumni Magazine and invited to exclusive 1852 Society events. If you prefer to remain anonymous, simply let us know.
Membership is recognized for the academic year in which the qualifying total is reached and continues through June 30. Renewed membership begins with the next year’s giving.
Yes. Supporters may join the 1852 Society using:
- Check
- Cash
- Credit card
- Appreciated stock
- Donor-advised fund grants
- Qualified charitable distributions (QCDs)
- Other tax-smart methods
We’re happy to help you navigate your options.
The Advancement team can provide a personalized giving update or help you plan a path to membership this academic year. Contact us at [email protected]
Leaders in the 1852 Society provide stable, mission-critical support that allows Antioch University to:
- Invest in faculty innovation
- Expand experiential learning programs
- Support student success
- Uphold our commitment to equity and democracy
Your leadership gift strengthens Antioch’s work today and our vision for tomorrow.
The Legacy Society
The Legacy Society was established to honor those individuals and households who have made a lasting commitment to the future of Antioch University by including the institution in their estate plans. These gifts can include bequests, retirement plans, real estate, retained life estates, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and charitable lead trusts, among others.
Legacy Society members may be honored throughout the year at special events and in University publications.
Legacy Society members will also be connected to a member of the Office of Institutional Advancement that will serve as a primary point of contact at the University to help provide information, insider updates, and connection to University leadership.
Members are changing the future of Antioch University by documenting declarations of their intentions.
If you have included Antioch University in your estate plans, please let us know because we would enjoy the opportunity to acknowledge and thank you!
For more information about planned giving, please visit our gift planning website https://antiochlegacy.org or contact the Office of Institutional Advancement.