The Madeleva Society

The Madeleva Society was founded in 1979 to honor Sister M. Madeleva Wolff, C.S.C. who served as president of Saint Mary's College from 1934 to 1961. She led Saint Mary's to national prominence as a Catholic institution offering a rigorous, value-centered education in the liberal arts tradition. As a tribute to this remarkable woman, The Madeleva Society honors those whose gifts demonstrate outstanding annual commitment to the Saint Mary's tradition of educational excellence.

Members of The Madeleva Society may designate their gifts to support any area of the College, including the Annual Fund for student scholarships and financial aid. The College also offers named endowment opportunities to support scholarships, library funds, program support, and faculty positions. Gifts from Society members make scholarships possible for students, provide the funding to expand and preserve our campus, support faculty-student research projects, support immersion learning experiences, and more.

Levels of Commitment

You take a leadership role when you commit to The Madeleva Society, demonstrating your belief in our mission and ensuring the future of the College. Membership is based on your total giving to all areas of the College within the fiscal year from June 1 to May 31.

The Madeleva Society membership levels:

Jubilee
$100,000 or more
Diamond $75,000 to $99,999
Gold
$50,000 to $74,999
Silver $25,000 to $49,999
Holy Cross
$10,000 to $24,999
Trustee $5,000 to $9,999
Founder $1,844 to $4,999
Presidential $1,000 to $1,843

The Young Madeleva Society membership levels:

Class of 2000-2004: $750 or more
Class of 2005-2009: $500 or more

The Benefits of Membership

Members of the The Madeleva Society receive special benefits to demonstrate our appreciation for your support.

  • Personal thanks from our College president
  • Invitation to the biennial Madeleva Society dinner with the president
  • Madeleva Society parking pass to be used during football weekends and other special occasions on campus
  • Invitation to the annual Madeleva Society Football Tailgate
  • Special twenty percent discount for purchases at the Shaheen Bookstore
  • Remembrance in the Prayers of the Faithful at Sunday liturgies once a month during the academic year

Join The Madeleva Society today!