With your help, the Kennedy School can open its doors as widely as possible for the next generation of public leaders when they need it most—and when the world needs them most.
Please consider honoring your time at HKS with a gift to support students.
One hundred percent of your contribution will be used to increase access and affordability for future HKS students. In appreciation for your support, we will recognize you along with your classmates in the Reunion honor roll and send you a Kennedy School lapel pin. Thank you for your consideration!
Make a gift in honor of your Reunion
Class Leaderboard
See how your class giving compares to other Reunion classes! The class with the highest participation will get a shout-out from Dean Weinstein at Reunion.
Explore your class page to see who’s planning to attend Reunion and to view Reunion donor listings:
1976 | 1981 | 1986 | 1991 | 1996 | 2001 | 2006 | 2011 | 2016 | 2021
*Class giving participation is calculated by dividing the numbers of donors at any level by the total number of alumni in a class.
Ways to make your gift
- Through our secure online giving form
- On the Reunion registration form
- Commit to a multiyear pledge (you will be recognized for your full pledge amount during your Reunion year)
- For information on giving via the mail, phone, through a donor advised fund, or a gift of stock, visit our Giving website.
What counts as a Reunion gift?
Outright gifts, Pledges and Pledge payments to the HKS Fund’s five areas of support:
- Greatest Student Needs (unrestricted)
- Diversity Aid and Resources
- Financial aid
- Public service fellowship
- Student loan repayment
How will you be recognized?
- Name listed on the Reunion donor honor roll featured online and in the program at the in-person event.
- Receive a Kennedy School shield lapel pin.
- Additional recognition below based on frequency and gift amount through our giving programs.
HKS Fund Giving Programs
Loyalty Society
The HKS Loyalty Society celebrates donors whose consistent generosity powers HKS forward. Membership begins with your second consecutive annual gift and continues with your ongoing yearly support at any level.
Littauer Society
The Littauer Society recognizes generous individuals who give $1,000 or more to the HKS Fund each fiscal year (July 1 to June 30).
Leave a Legacy
Establish a Planned Gift at HKS. These commitments enhance the School’s ability to address changes that may come in the future.
Who can I contact for more information?
Caitlin Santacroce
Senior Director, HKS Fund
caitlin_santacroce@hks.harvard.edu
617-495-5240