Donor recognition

Donor Relations

Donors to Stetson University truly make a difference through their kindness and generosity.  Their gifts to Stetson help enrich the lives of thousands of students while also supporting the faculty, staff and the DeLand community for over 140 years.

Pay it Forward

Stetson University understands that a donation is not merely transactional. Your gift shows your pride in Stetson University and commitment to its mission. As an alum donor, you pay it forward and join other Hatters in forming a strong giving participation rate, which is an important factor for Stetson University, a private, not-for-profit institution. Additionally, alumni giving reflects and enhances Stetson’s reputation.

Donor gifts also help attract talented students and faculty, and support teaching and learning in engaging and academically rigorous environments. Your support provides scholarships, as well as funding for faculty, staff, programs and facilities.

We love Our Donors

We are so grateful for the love that, for 140 years, donors have shown Stetson! Big-hearted donors like you help generations of students. Thanks to the donor's generosity, Stetson students remain connected to our supportive community when they need it most.

Donor Recognition Societies

We express our gratitude to Stetson donors through various leadership giving societies.

Fountain Loyalty Society

Fountain Loyalty Society

Fountain Loyalty Society members ongoing loyalty and generous support are vital to the long-term sustainability of Stetson University.  These friends are defined as donors who give a gift in any dollar amount for at least three consecutive fiscal years (July 1–June 30).  Some members of this society have been giving for over 40 years. Amazing!

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1883 Society

Our friends in this society are defined as donors who make a gift of $1,000 or more within a fiscal year (July 1–June 30).  Stetson 1883 Society members show an increased level of commitment to our students and the university’s core values.  We are grateful for your kindness and support!  

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Stetson Society

The Stetson Society commemorates donors who have selflessly made a planned gift to Stetson University.  We honor these members for their generosity, kindness and vision for the future of Stetson. The legacy of fostering qualities of the mind and heart at Stetson University continues with you!

Stetson Leadership Society

Stetson Leadership Society

Following in the tradition of philanthropy of our founder, John B. Stetson, this recognition society honors donors who have generously given $25,000 or more cumulatively in their lifetime.  Stetson Leadership Society members display a strong commitment to university initiatives and its overall mission.  You truly make a difference!

Donor Appreciation

The Office of Donor Relations hopes to share with donors, at every opportunity, the amazing results of their generosity and how every gift, no matter the size, enriches the Stetson student experience. It is at the heart of what we do! 

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Brian Piazza

Director of
Donor Relations

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Libby Molesky

Associate Director
of Donor Relations