1798 Society

The 1798 Society is comprised of donors who give $1,000 or more to
U of L annually. These donors can designate their gifts to a specific department, program or scholarship, or they can request their contribution be used where it is most needed.

The 1798 Society's name refers to the year the Kentucky state legislature passed an act establishing the Jefferson Seminary, the predecessor of the University of Louisville. 1798 Society members set an exemplary standard of giving and encourage the participation of others in advancing U of L's educational mission.

1798 Society members receive many special benefits, including:

• Invitations to donor recognition and campus events
• Borrowing privileges at U of L libraries
• Receipt of University publications and other special mailings
• Recognition on the University Club's Wall of Honor
• Charitable tax deductions for gifts

The membership to the 1798 Society or U of L Society can include a joint gift with spouse and is renewable annually (membership follows the fiscal year, July 1-June 30).