What counts toward my Reunion Class Gift Campaign? 

Your Reunion Class Gift Campaign runs for 18 months: July 1, 2025-December 31, 2026. Every gift made by you and your classmates during this period—outright gifts, pledges, pledge payments, deferred gifts, and matching gifts—counts toward your Reunion class gift totals and class goals. 

• Rochester Loyal: Donors who make an annual fund gift of any amount for two or more consecutive years become members of our Rochester Loyal giving society.
• George Eastman Circle: In honor of your reunion this year, the University of Rochester invites you to become a member of the George Eastman Circle, the University's leadership annual giving society. George Eastman Circle members are University leaders whose critical Annual Fund gifts provide resources that will make an immediate impact. 
• Wilson Society: A planned gift is an easy way to make a lasting impact on the programs you care about most. By including the University in your will, you can join the Wilson Society and help ensure these programs thrive for years to come.

Do I have to support a specific URochester area for my Reunion gift to count? 

No, you can give to any area of the University or academic health system that holds special meaning to you! To support boundless opportunities, a central focus of For Ever Better: The Campaign for the University of Rochester, consider contributing to the Undergraduate Scholarships Fund. 

Why does my Reunion gift matter? 

Reunion alumni donors play a vital role in advancing the University’s mission. Your collective generosity fuels scholarships, strengthens academic programs, enhances the student experience, and supports pressing needs across the University and Medical Center, all while leaving a lasting legacy in celebration of your Reunion. By making a gift—of any size—you help your class reach its goals and demonstrate to today’s students that URochester alumni believe deeply in their success. 

How do I know if I've made my Reunion Class Gift?

Check for your name on the Class of 1986 Honor Roll! Unless you previously preferred to remain anonymous, opting out of public listings, your name will appear alongside your fellow classmate donors.

Are there other ways I can get involved? 

Absolutely! You can reach out to classmates to increase visibility, boost participation, and enhance your class’s collective impact. 

• Join your class committee: Your Reunion Class Gift Campaign is strengthened by dedicated alumni volunteers who help inspire classmates and build excitement leading up to Meliora Weekend. Learn more and sign up to join your class committee today.

• Become an advocate: Advocates help amplify your Reunion Class Gift Campaign by spreading the word and inspiring others to give. Your role is simple and impactful: 
  • Click "Sign Up" at the top of the page and create an account. 
  • Copy your unique link and share it via email, text, or social media.  
  • Track your direct impact from the "Advocates" section of the campaign. 
  • Recruit others to join you! 

Who can I contact for additional questions/more information? 

Please reach out to Nicole Duhamel, Director of Class & Affinity Giving, at nicole.duhamel@rochester.edu.