1782 Society

The College's premier giving recognition society, the 1782 Society is a community of like-minded individuals who demonstrate their strong belief in the values of the institution by participating at one of the Society's defined giving levels.

The name of the 1782 Society, of course, is a nod to the year that Washington College – the first college chartered in the sovereign United States – was founded, courtesy of a donation of 50 guineas by George Washington himself.

Discover the satisfaction of investing in education and joining like-minded benefactors who believe the College is one of George Washington's greatest legacies to the nation.

Unrestricted gifts at 1782 Society levels support the Washington Fund, an annual revenue source that enables the College to direct money to scholarships and other areas of highest priority. 

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. 

Society members enjoy unique benefits

• 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.)