Office of Development
Giving Societies
The ESF College Foundation has three premier membership societies. Among other benefits, members receive recognition in the Annual Report & Honor Roll of Donors and special invitations to Foundation Events. If you are interested in learning more about membership please contact foundation@esf.edu.
1911 Society
Named for the College’s founding year, The 1911 Society recognizes individuals whose leadership giving to the ESF Annual Fund demonstrates an exceptional commitment to the College. Through their generosity, Society Members serve as an inspiration to all alumni, parents and friends.
Founder’s Club
Members' cumulative lifetime giving equals $25,000 or more. The Founder’s Club currently has over 180 members, whose collective giving to the foundation provides support for generations of ESF students to come.
Robin Hood Oak Society
Named for the stately English oak tree that has graced the ESF campus for decades, the Robin Hood Oak Society recognizes the distinguished loyalty and commitment of its members - a special group of people who have made a planned gift to ESF or who have included a provision for the College in their estate plans. The Foundation has received over $8 million in realized bequests since the Society was launched in 2004. Learn more about planned giving.
The ESF Loyalty Society
The ESF Loyalty Society recognizes the commitment and contributions of our consecutive year donors. This new recognition society has been formed to celebrate donors whose dedication provides a critical foundation of support for ESF students and academic programs.