1812 Leadership Circle
1812 Leadership Circle recognizes the College's most dedicated supporters, whose generosity is an inspiration to others and who, collectively, are in the top 10% of donors to Hamilton annually.
As an 1812 Leadership Circle member, you're part of a collective investment that makes the promise of a Hamilton education possible. Your gifts directly support today's students — financial aid, academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, advising networks, internships — and prepare them to take their first steps to share their impact in our world.
Membership Benefits
- Connect with other prominent and influential Hamiltonians at events on and off campus.
- Join special receptions throughout the year at Fallcoming & Family Weekend, Reunions, the Sacerdote Great Names Series, and more.
- Engage your career network with other alumni who are leaders in their fields.
- Receive early announcements of major College news and special publications.
- Learn about College updates directly from the senior leadership team.
- Enjoy complimentary access to the Virtual Event Series.
- Support current students as they prepare for lives of meaning, purpose, and active citizenship.
- Be a leader among donors in your class year.
1812 Leadership Circle Giving Levels
| Amount | Giving Level |
|---|---|
| $100 - $1,000 | GOLD Associates (1-10 years after graduation) |
| $1,300 - $2,200 | Young Alumni Associates (11-14 years after graduation) |
| $2,500 + | Alumni 15+ years after graduation, parents, and friends. |
Prefer making smaller, monthly contributions? You may consider setting up monthly recurring gifts through Chapel Bell Society to reach the leadership level.
GOLD and Young Alumni Eligibility
| Years After Graduation | Year | Annual Gift | Annual Gift if Paid Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 2025 | $100 | $9 |
| 2 years | 2024 | $200 | $17 |
| 3 years | 2023 | $300 | $25 |
| 4 years | 2022 | $400 | $34 |
| 5 years | 2021 | $500 | $42 |
| 6 years | 2020 | $600 | $50 |
| 7 years | 2019 | $700 | $59 |
| 8 years | 2018 | $800 | $67 |
| 9 years | 2017 | $900 | $75 |
| 10 years | 2016 | $1,000 | $84 |
| 11 years | 2015 | $1,300 | $109 |
| 12 years | 2014 | $1,600 | $134 |
| 13 years | 2013 | $1,900 | $159 |
| 14 years | 2012 | $2,200 | $184 |
| 15+ years | 2011 | $2,500+ | $209+ |
For more information on joining the 1812 Leadership Circle, please email giving@hamilton.edu.
Honor Roll of Donors
Support from our alumni, parents, and friends throughout the fiscal year is gratefully acknowledged.
