Leadership donors to Kenyon are alumni, parents and friends who make the College a philanthropic priority through gifts to our annual funds of $2,500 or more. These committed supporters provide flexible, immediate-impact funding that powers our institutional excellence. Donors in our leadership giving societies make up nearly 80 percent of all giving to the Kenyon Fund and Kenyon Parents Fund each year. In fiscal year 2025, leadership giving accounted for over $5 million in giving to the Kenyon annual funds, enhancing every corner of our community from scholarships to seminars and all elements of the student experience in between.
In recognition of their extraordinary commitment, leadership donors enjoy an insider's perspective on Kenyon through exclusive access to College events, including leadership breakfasts and dedicated student concierges during Reunion and Family weekends. They receive special reports from the president and board president following trustee meetings, invitations to regional VIP events and a commemorative Kenyon wall calendar. Beyond their direct impact, these generous leaders inspire others to join their ranks, amplifying their influence and building a stronger philanthropic community for Kenyon.
The table below outlines the giving society levels for the fiscal year that ends in June 2026.
| Society | Giving Level | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| President's Society | $50,000 and above | All of the benefits below, plus special impact communications from President Kornfeld |
| Kokosing Society | $25,000 to $49,999 | All of the benefits below, plus a handwritten thank you note from President Kornfeld |
| Philander Chase Society | $10,000 to $24,999 | All of the benefits below, plus VIP receptions during Reunion and Family Weekends |
| Bexley Society | $2,500 to $9,999 | All of the benefits below, plus personal outreach with an annual giving officer |
| Gambier Society for Young Alumni | Tiered levels | Invitations to leadership breakfasts; student concierge during Reunion and Family Weekends; invitations to regional VIP shoulder events; and a copy of the annual Kenyon calendar. |
Henry J. Abraham Society
The Henry J. Abraham Society honors loyal and consecutive donors of the Kenyon Fund. To qualify, alumni must successfully make a contribution for three successive years. Members will enjoy society-specific favors, Reunion Weekend perks and camaraderie with Kenyon’s most loyal alumni.
Gambier Society for Young Alumni
The Gambier Society for Young Alumni recognizes alumni at the beginning of their philanthropic relationship with the College. The Gambier Society encourages 2011-2025 alumni to become leaders in philanthropy through a tiered giving structure.
| Class Years | Monthly Gift | Gift Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2022- 2025 | $10 | $120 |
| 2017 - 2021 | $50 | $600 |
| 2012 - 2016 | $100 | $1,200 |
| 2011 and earlier | $208.34 | $2,500 |
Please note: the monthly gift amounts above reflect 12 payments (July-June); recognition as a Gambier Society for Young Alumni member will be based on total giving for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.