Millersville University Gift Societies

The Fiat Lux Society honors the extraordinary contributions of donors of transformational gifts and pledges of $1 million or more to Millersville University, creating an enduring legacy for years to come. The Latin phrase "Fiat Lux" is translated as "let there be light," and the Fiat Lux Society name is inspired by a historic stained-glass window featuring the words "Fiat Lux," located in the Biemesderfer Executive Center on the campus of Millersville University.

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Millersville University's Hobbs-Wickersham Society recognizes the generous contributions of individuals who ensure the long-term stability and growth of the University through their estate plans, with gifts of any amount. The Hobbs-Wickersham Society was inaugurated in 1998, and the Society includes over 400 donors whose gifts totaling more than $35 million support the mission of the University through bequests, life income, and other estate plans to benefit Millersville University students.

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Named after the year in which the Millersville Normal School was established, members of the 1855 Society are individuals whose contributions, while living, total or exceed $25,000, and for businesses and organizations which have donated $100,000 or more in total.

These significant leadership-level gifts make a real difference across campus and community life. Each year the University hosts a variety of events, receptions, shows, and lectures, with several of these opportunities being designated as our way of thanking our 1855 Society members for their investment in our students. In addition, members who make an annual contribution are automatically included in our annual gift club as well.

Formerly the Old Main Society, the 'Ville Visionary Society recognizes the generosity of individuals who have supported Millersville with a gift of $1,000 or more during the fiscal year. A visionary is defined by their imaginative forward thinking, and their support is driving Millersville to the future.

The Golden Swan Society recognizes loyal donors who have made annual gifts to the University for at least five years. Loyal annual donors provide the kind of philanthropy that enables Millersville University to make a lasting impact on students and the community. The Golden Swan Gift Society includes Cygnet level, annual giving for 5-19 years, and Gilded Feather level, annual giving for 20 years or more.

The Millersville Black & Gold Gift Club recognizes gifts made to the University's athletics program each year by alumni, parents, and friends. Black & Gold donors help fund scholarships, training trips, equipment, travel to and from competitions, and enhance our coaches' abilities to recruit and retain talented student athletes. Black & Gold Club Champions Circle members have contributed $1,000 or more for our student athletic programs.