University of St. Thomas

Recognizing and Honoring Extraordinary Annual Giving to the University of St. Thomas

The President’s Circle is an esteemed group of devoted benefactors whose philanthropy works to bolster the University of St. Thomas and its students. Membership begins with a cumulative contribution of $1,000 or more annually to The St. Thomas Fund, which supports the University’s greatest immediate needs, chief of which is providing scholarships for deserving students.

Contributions to The St. Thomas Fund provide direct support to students in the upcoming academic year. Unlike planned gifts, programmatic gifts, or endowment contributions, donations to The St. Thomas Fund are specifically allocated for immediate scholarship assistance. While unrestricted annual scholarships are the most critical priority, contributions to The St. Thomas Fund may be designated to support students in one of UST’s schools or to a specific academic program.

Levels of Membership

LEADER ($25,000+)

Invitation to the annual Heart & Soul Dinner celebrating extraordinary giving
Reserved seating at select University lectures
All benefits of the preceding gift levels

BENEFACTOR ($10,000+)

Invitation to Annual Scholarship Luncheon
All benefits of the preceding gift levels

PACESETTER ($5,000+)

Exclusive access to the Link-Lee Mansion for private events and receptions
All benefits of the preceding gift levels

AMBASSADOR ($2,500+)

Personal VIP Campus Tour
All benefits of the preceding gift level

FRIEND ($1,000+)

Invitation to The President’s Circle annual signature appreciation event
Name recognition on The President’s Circle honor roll
Priority communications – all members are privy to special communications from the
President and the University
Priority invitations to UST events

For more information about The President’s Circle, contact the Office of University Advancement at 713-525-3100 or advancement@stthom.edu.