Our legacy begins here

Twenty years marks a turning point. This is our moment to be bold and to plant seeds that will grow into lasting opportunity, access, and impact for future generations of women at Spelman and beyond.

Give Now

Why We’re Giving Now

Spelman prepared us to lead with confidence, purpose, and responsibility. Twenty years later, we step forward as beneficiaries of that preparation, and as stewards of what comes next. Our goals represent seeds we are planting together intentionally, collectively, and with the future in mind.

Service in Action

When you give to Spelman, you join thousands of alumnae investing in the next generation of changemakers. Tuition covers only part of the cost; the endowment safeguards the future, and restricted grants have limits. Our annual giving fills critical gaps supporting scholarships, faculty excellence, student wellness, and the programs that define the Spelman experience. Participation matters, too: Alumnae participation signals trust, momentum, and shared commitment to Spelman’s future.

Our Goals

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    100% Participation: Rooted in Unity

    Participation is the foundation of everything we are building. One hundred percent participation means every Sister has a place in this moment, regardless of gift size. When we show up together, we create the collective strength needed to plant seeds that grow far beyond our milestone reunion year.

    Current: 13% through February 18, 2026 *Percentage reflected is for 2026 only

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    $50,000 Scholarship: Planting a Seed

    This scholarship is our first tangible investment in the future. It provides direct support for a Spelman student today while establishing the seed from which deeper access, opportunity, and long-term impact can grow.

    Note: We are inviting 2-3 Sisters to serve as founding stewards for this scholarship, working in partnership with the class to bring it to life. (Leadership and steward role, not sole funding responsibility)

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    $1M Class Giving: Building the Foundation

    Our $1 million goal is aspirational and represents the foundation for a much larger vision. It signals our readiness, twenty years in, to invest boldly and collectively in Spelman’s future, creating the struture upon which sustained impact and legacy will be built.

    Current: $168,024 through February 18, 2026

What Participation Means

Participation means raising your hand and saying, “I’m a part of this.” Whether your gift is $10 or $10,000, one-time or monthly, your participation strengthens the foundation we are building together. Every gift counts toward our participation goal and helps plant the seeds for long-term impact.

How To Give

If a one-time gift feels like a stretch, monthly giving allows you to participate meaningfully while helping our collective vision grow over time.

Make Your Gift

  • Make a one-time gift at any level to support our giving goals.

  • Monthly giving allows you to participate comfortably over time while helping our collective vision grow steadily and sustainably.

  • Every gift, regardless of amount or frequency, counts toward our 100% class participation goal.

Committing to Transparency

We believe in shared accountability. Progress toward each goal will be updated regularly so our class can see our collective impact.

Looking Ahead

Our work today sets the foundation for what our class will build in the years ahead, including our path toward Golden Girl status at fifty years. This is the beginning of that journey.

  • No. Participation is about showing up, not equal giving. Every gift, regardless of amount, counts toward our 100% class participation goal.

  • The $1 million goal is a collective target. It becomes achievable through participation at every level and shared commitment over time.

  • Yes, monthly giving options are available and allow you to participate comfortably while helping our collective goals grow steadily over time.

  • No. Founding stewards provide leadership and guidance. Once established, the $50,000 scholarship is funded collectively by the class.

  • That matters. There is no minimum gift to participate. Every contribution strengthens our collective effort and moves us closer to our goals.

  • This is great! Complete any requirements with your company, internally, and include the company’s name on your Spelman donation form.

  • If you’d like your gift to be counted in our 20th reunion totals, please make your gift at least one week before reunion. Donations received after 2pm ET, May 15, will not be included in our reunion total.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions, or want to learn more about stewardship opportunities? Want to get involved or map out your giving strategy? Contact the Spelman Class of 2006 Financial Impact Committee.