Attention graduating seniors — have you conquered the Senior Class Challenge yet?
CLICK HERE TO CONQUER IT NOW!
This is the time — what will you do to help future Pioneers?
Your Senior Class Gift is more than a donation - it’s a rite of passage that will help our college and future Pioneers for years to come. It’s your first chance to give back your Time, Talent, and Treasure and support what you love about your alma mater. The campaign is about showing your love and appreciation for Marietta by giving back and paying it forward.
Commemorate graduation and take the first step to become an involved alum; make a gift. You can give anything from $5 to $100, but those who donate $20.21 or more will receive a gold Erwin Tower pin to wear at commencement.
How do I give?
Making a gift is quick and easy. Give online or via check.
Please make checks payable to Marietta College and include Senior Challenge in the memo. Checks can be mailed to Marietta College Office of Advancement, 215 Fifth Street Marietta, OH 45750-4031.
If you have any questions, please contact any Senior Challenge Committee Member or Courtney Wentz at caw006@marietta.edu or 740.376.4502.
Giving Levels and Perks:
PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE — $202.10
- Membership in the President's Circle for FY22
- Entered into a raffle for a gift card basket worth $200+
- Golden Pin Society
- Senior Challenge button
- Name in the commencement program
GOLD — $75.00
- Entered into a raffle for a gift card basket worth $200+
- Golden Pin Society
- Senior Challenge button
- Name in the commencement program
SILVER — $20.21
- Golden Pin Society
- Senior Challenge button
- Name in the commencement program
BRONZE — $5.00
- Senior Challenge button
- Name in the commencement program
FAQ:
What is the Senior Class Challenge Campaign?
Seniors are challenged to make their first gift to the College before graduating. It's the first step to becoming an involved alum and a way for your class to leave a legacy. All seniors are encouraged to give $20.21 or more to commemorate their graduation year.
Why should I give?
It's an easy way to show your love and appreciation for Marietta College by giving back and paying it forward. A gift to the Marietta Fund makes a difference in the lives of all current and future Pioneers! By giving, you are showing your belief in the success of Marietta, and saying thanks for all it has done for you.
You support what is most important to you — the college overall, your favorite department, club, organization, or program that has made a difference to your undergraduate experience. You can personalize your gift and help whatever cause means the most to you. This is a great opportunity to begin giving back to the place that has given you so much.
What about COVID-19?
We know that your senior year is wrapping up differently in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. We hope that you will consider supporting an area of campus that is meaningful to you, and now there are more ways to support fellow and future Pioneers during this time:
- The Marietta Fund provides support to the areas of campus that need the most support or are of the highest priority.
- The newly created Pioneer Support Fund grants emergency funds to students in need.
- Gifts made to Student Aid help offer generous scholarships that make the cost of attending more affordable.
Where does my gift go?
The power of philanthropy is in your hands. Designate your gift to the Marietta Fund and your generosity will go to the area of greatest need/highest priority. Or, you can designate your gift to an area that you are passionate about: your student organization, in honor of a faculty member, your favorite athletics team, financial aid…the list goes on and on! You get to choose what to support. Can’t decide on one thing? You can select multiple areas to contribute to!
Why does my gift matter?
Student and alumni participation in annual giving is a valuable measure of Pioneer pride and satisfaction. It also plays a role in college rankings and gifts provide the college with important financial support. Whatever you can give matters.
What about tuition?
Tuition and fees only support a portion of the educational costs. The rest is from donations, grants, and other sources. Gifts help make Marietta stronger and make college more affordable for Pioneers by allowing Marietta to offer incoming students scholarships.
How do I benefit by giving?
Many of us give back to make the world a better place for the next generation. Beyond this notion, your gift could be tax-deductible. Also, we’re offering special perks to those who give $5, $20.21, $75, $202.10, or more. Learn more here.
How much should I give?
We recommend a gift of $20.21 to honor your senior class. But whether it’s $5 or $500, every gift counts! You can also make a gift of $202.10 or more and join the President’s Circle, Marietta’s exclusive leadership giving society.
How do I give?
Making a gift is quick and easy. Click the "Give Now" button above or checks can be mailed to Marietta College Office of Advancement, 215 Fifth Street Marietta, OH 45750-4031. Please make checks payable to Marietta College and include Senior Challenge in the memo.
What is our goal?
We want to commemorate this occasion by raising $2,021. Also, we want every senior to make a gift to achieve 100% participation. We hope this gift is the first step to a lifetime of alumni engagement and giving!
What are the giving records?
The Class of 2020 exceeded expectations by raising $5,478 during the COVID-19 pandemic. While many students chose to give $5, the average gift size for all student donors was $33.62.
The Class of 2019 holds the title for participation thanks to 35% of the class making a gift.
How do I become involved in the Senior Class Challenge Committee?
Contact Courtney Wentz, Associate Director of Annual Giving, at caw006@marietta.edu or 740.376.4502.
What about after we graduate?
Graduation isn't the end of your journey with Marietta College, just an important milestone. Making a gift is just the beginning of being involved in the alumni community.