Juniata’s clubs and giving societies were created to celebrate the loyalty and generosity of our most dedicated donors. At every giving level, our donors demonstrate their love for the College and their commitment to Juniata students.

Lifetime Recognition


Brumbaugh Lifetime Benefactors

Our most generous donors are inducted annually into the Brumbaugh Lifetime Benefactors society. As we celebrate their contributions over a lifetime of giving and gift planning to Juniata. Brumbaugh Lifetime Benefactors are honored for philanthropy exceeding $1,000,000. The legacy of one of the most storied families in Juniata's history is represented by these donors in their commitments made toward a strong Juniata now and into the future. The College is deeply grateful to these donors for their unparalleled support for Juniata College.

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Ellis Lifetime Benefactors

Juniata recognizes Ellis Lifetime Benefactors as the generous donors whose cumulative giving to the College totals $500,000 to $999,999. We are pleased to recognize their outstanding support as Ellis Lifetime Benefactors, a name fitting for this group of exceptional donors.

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Quinter Lifetime Benefactors

Quinter Lifetime Benefactors have provided significant support to all areas of the College, including endowment, capital projects, and the Juniata Scholarship Fund. The College is fortunate to have a growing number of alumni and friends who have made lifetime gifts totaling $100,000 or more. Like the namesake, James Quinter, our first president, Quinter Lifetime Benefactors have provided strong foundational support for Juniata. Their exemplary generosity is deeply appreciated.

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Heritage Circle

The Heritage Circle recognizes individuals who have made a future gift commitment for the benefit of Juniata College. This includes bequests via will, charitable trusts, charitable gift annuities, and retirement plan beneficiary designations. These individuals leave their legacy to ensure a stronger future for Juniata.

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Yearly Giving Clubs & Societies

Yearly leadership gifts are a vital source of support for Juniata. Whether these gifts were to scholarship, building projects, athletics, or other areas of personal meaning, the impact of this support for our students is immeasurable. Recognition is based on gifts received during the College’s fiscal year, June 1 – May 31. All gifts count toward membership, regardless of their designation. Corporate matching gifts are recognized in the year the match is received.


1876 Society

Named for the year that Juniata was founded, the 1876 Society celebrates the College’s alumni, parents, and friends who have made a gift of $1,000 or more in the last fiscal year. These leadership donors build a better Juniata by providing vital support for students in all aspects of their education.

Yearly leadership gifts are a vital source of support for Juniata. Please be one of those leaders. Through your philanthropy, join the 1876 Society today. Membership in the society begins and is maintained with yearly gifts of $1,000 or more. If you prefer, you also have the option of dividing your gift into monthly payments, starting at a rate of $84 per month from June 1 to May 31.

There are many ways to give to Juniata and become a member of the 1876 Society, including through a secure online form. For more information, contact the Office of Advancement at advancement@juniata.edu.

1876 Society Recognition Levels:

Platinum: $10,000+
Gold: $5,000 - $9,999
Silver: $2,500 - $4,999
Bronze: $1,000 - $2,499

Recognition is based on gifts received during the College’s fiscal year, June 1 – May 31. All gifts count toward membership, regardless of their designation. Corporate matching gifts are recognized in the year the match is received.

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Founders Club

$500 to $999

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Blue & Gold Club

$250 to $499

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Cloister Loyalty Circle

The Cloister Loyalty Circle recognizes the commitment of loyal donors with five or more consecutive years of giving and the significant role they play in sustaining the Juniata they know and love. We are deeply grateful for the dedication of our Cloister Loyalty Circle members.

Membership Criteria
All donors who have made a gift of any size to Juniata each year for the last five fiscal years (June1 – May 31), or each year since graduation for younger alumni, are eligible for membership in the Cloister Loyalty Circle. To maintain your membership, simply continue to make annual gifts to Juniata College, or consider establishing a recurring gift.

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