Giving

Giving at Washington College

One thing is clear—

Washington College is on an upward trajectory. We are proud to lend our time, treasure and attention to a place like no other, and we hope you'll consider doing the same. Now is the time to celebrate your alma mater, your community, your Washington College.

Every gift, regardless of size, matters. Thank you for your generosity to Washington College.

For more detailed information about making a gift to support Washington College, please call us at 410-778-7801.

The 1782 Society is the College’s premier giving recognition society. Meet the 1782 Society!

1782 Giving Levels

_{The Alonzo G. Decker Jr. Society $25,000+}
_{William Smith Fellows $10,000-$24,999}
_{President’s Club $5,000-$9,999}
_{Sustaining Members $2,500-$4,999}
_{The Founders Club $1,500-$2,499}

Associate Membership (for graduates of the last decade)

_{Graduation to 4 years out: $100
5 to 9 Years out: $500}_{10 Years out: $1,000}

Benefits

Society members enjoy unique benefits that reflect their valued role in the Washington College community, including:

Invitations to exclusive events, receptions, and programs.
1782 parking permits (not available to current students).
Reserved, preferred seating at select campus events.
Borrower’s card to Miller Library that allows checking out two books for three weeks at no additional fee.
Use of the College’s athletic facilities for an additional $200 fee (payable prior to using facilities): Johnson Lifetime Fitness Center, Casey Swim Center, and Schottland Tennis Center. Fee includes family members residing at same address. (Availability of athletic facilities varies seasonally according to team use and student breaks.)

1782 Society-level gifts may be made outright, by installment, by transfer of stock, or by credit card through our secure giving site. Any matching gifts received on a member’s behalf will be counted toward their giving level.

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There are many ways to make a difference in the lives of our students, from a simple online donation to a legacy gift that reflects your lifetime values.

Credit Card

Make your gift by selecting the "Make a Gift" tab on this secure online giving page. Any credit card information you provide for online donations is immediately encrypted and used only for that transaction.

Check

Checks should be made payable to “Washington College” and mailed to:

Washington College
Office of College Advancement
300 Washington Ave.
Chestertown, MD 21620

Recurring Gifts

To set up recurring gift payments, contact College Advancement at 410-810-5724. You can also set up recurring gifts using the "Make a Gift" form on this page or by using Text-to-Donate.

Gifts of Stock

A convenient way to make a gift of securities to Washington College is to arrange with your broker to transfer the shares electronically from your account to the College’s gift account.

Legacy Gifts

If you would like to remember Washington College in your estate plan, you can do so through various methods of gift planning. Learn more about legacy giving at WC.

SHINE

The faculty and staff giving program at Washington College sets a strong example for students and makes our commitment to them clear. We are fortunate to see the results of SHINE giving on campus every day. Download the SHINE giving form.

For more additional information about giving to Washington College, please call us at 410-778-7801.