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Eminent Associates brochure coverRecognizing our Generous Donors

Tuskegee University is fortunate to be supported by many loyal supporters whose gifts make a meaningful and impactful difference in the lives of our students, faculty, and staff.  

Become an Eminent Associate

The Eminent Associates Program was established in 1965 so that we could show our sincerest appreciation to donors who commit to the advancement of the mission of Tuskegee University.  Members of the prestigious EA Program commit to the long-term development of our University through unrestricted support on an annual basis.   

Here are the facts about becoming an Eminent Associate (EA):

  • The EA Program was established in 1965 to assist the University with unrestricted gifts for its long-term development program. 
  • The EA Program is a donor recognition program.  Any contribution to the University counts toward your EA recognition for the EA program.
  • The EA brochure is used for initial sign-up to the program and should not be used thereafter.
  • Prospective EA members become Eminent Associates after the donor contributes a minimum of $1,000 to the University (pledges do not count towards EA status).
  • Those donors with giving histories of $1,000 or more are not automatically members of the EA program.  Prospective members must join by completing the EA brochure and fulfill financial commitments annually.
  • Prospective EA members have 3 years to complete payments toward their EA status.
  • Depending on EA level, members must contribute an unrestricted minimum amount yearly to remain active members (see EA brochure).  Active members receive the benefits listed for their level of membership.
  • Public recognition is typically conducted during the Eminent Associate Annual Business Meeting.
  • Just as a reminder, all pledge commitments must be completed in order to be recognized as an Eminent Associate at the Eminent Associate Business Meeting during Fall Convocation.