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Give Now to become an Eminent Associate  Eminent Associates Application  

Give Now and join the Eminent Associates!  A $1,000 gift qualifies you for entry into the Eminent Associates at the Associate level. As your cumulative or annual giving grows, additional levels of recognition are available.  For over 60 years, the Eminent Associates have joined together to ensure that the next generation of Golden Tigers have the resources they need to pursue a college education at Tuskegee University. 

Eminent Associates Levels

  • $1,000-$9,999 — Associate Level
    Minimum Annual Requirement to Remain Active: $500
    Award: Membership Certificate and Identification Pin upon first-time entry. 
      
  • $10,000-$24,999 — Presidential Associate Level
    Minimum Annual Requirement to Remain Active: $1,000
    Award: Membership Plaque upon first-time entry. 
      
  • $25,000-$49,999 — Silver Presidential Associate Level
    Minimum Annual Requirement to Remain Active: $1,500
    Award: Personalized Medallion upon first-time entry.
      
  • $50,000-$99,999 — Gold Presidential Associate Level
    Minimum Annual Requirement to Remain Active: $2,000
    Award: Personalized TU Lapel Pin with “Gold Level” engraving, a TU Watch, and two reserved seats to Homecoming.
      
  • $100,000 and Above — The Founders’ Circle
    Minimum Annual Requirement to Remain Active: $2,500
    Award: Personalized Founders' Circle Lapel Pin, Lifting the Veil Blanco Matte Canvas, donor photo recognition on website, & two reserved season football tickets at Abbott Stadium

All levels also include the President’s Annual Report, Annual Business Meeting and participation in Fall Convocation.

Become an Eminent Associate

Founded in 1965 and formally organized in 1975, the Eminent Associates program now includes more than 700 alumni and friends nationwide.

Members provide annual support at levels ranging from Associate to the Founder’s Circle, with benefits including recognition at university events, exclusive engagement opportunities, and direct impact on the institution’s growth. 

As a part of their commitment, the Eminent Associates hold an Annual Business Meeting on the Saturday before Fall Convocation to raise funds and make commitments.  Then, they make a formal check presentation to the University during Fall Convocation.

Make your $1,000 gift today and begin your journey through a distinguished legacy of giving, recognition and impact at Tuskegee University.

Become an Eminent Associate Today!