The Long Walk Societies were formed in 1992 as a way to show the College’s appreciation for leadership gifts to Trinity College.  In 2005, the Societies were updated to reflect the outstanding levels of giving reached by donors to Trinity.

            Members of the Societies are recognized for their leadership philanthropy, are invited to annual events, and receive special communications from President Jones and other members of the College staff.

Gifts at The Long Walk Societies levels accounted for nearly 80 percent of the 2007 Trinity College Fund and approximately 92 percent of overall giving to Trinity in fiscal year 2007.

The philanthropy of members of The Long Walk Societies touches virtually every aspect of the Trinity experience, from scholarships to faculty development to student internships.  Each year, more than seven percent of the College’s operating budget comes from gifts to The Trinity Fund, led by donors to The Long Walk Societies. 

The Summit Society

$50,000 or more

Northam Tower Circle

$25,000 - $49,999

Seabury Fellows

$10,000 - $24,999

Jarvis Associates

$5,000 - $9,999

Downes Society

$2,000 - $4,999

Young Alumni:

The classes of 1999-2003 are included in the

Downes Society with a gift of $1,000

The classes of 2004-2007 are included in the

Downes Society with a gift of $250

Members of The Long Walk Societies are Trinity's most valuable benefactors.  To express its appreciation for their loyal and generous support, the College offers the following:

• Recognition in the Long Walk Societies Annual Report as one of the College's leading contributors.
• Invitations to several Long Walk Societies events on campus as well as regional receptions throughout the country.
• Members of the Seabury Fellows, Northam Tower Circle, and Summit Society are engaged in the Long Walk Societies Scholar Program.