John R. Kirk Society Table of Contents Toggle Recognition of Significant Annual Gifts Qualifying Gifts Membership Giving Levels Individual/Couple Levels: Corporate Levels: Recognition of Significant Annual Gifts The John R. Kirk Society honors and recognizes some of the University’s most generous contributors. As the fifth president of the University, John R. Kirk was considered an innovative educator and national leader for education excellence. Members of the Kirk Society perpetuate his commitment to education through their efforts to advance À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ. Established in 1981, the Kirk Society represents a welcoming and growing group of loyal and committed alumni and friends whose generous annual gifts continue to propel Truman and its increasing prestige in higher education. Qualifying Gifts Outright Gifts (not deferred gifts or bequests) qualify for membership in the Kirk Society. Gifts can be made by check, credit card or automatic withdrawal. Gifts of stock or other appreciated securities are welcome. Membership Membership in the John R. Kirk Society is based on cumulative giving during a single fiscal year. The University’s fiscal year runs from July 1-June 30. Giving Levels Individual/Couple Levels: President’s Level: $50,000 & above Dean’s Level: $25,000-$49,999 Dean’s Fellow: $10,000-$24,999 Distinguished Professor: $5,000-$9,999 Professor: $2,500-$4,999 Member: $1,000-$2,499 Corporate Levels: President’s Level: $50,000 & above Dean’s Level: $25,000-$49,999 Dean’s Fellow: $10,000-$24,999 Distinguished Professor: $5,000-$9,999 Professor: $2,500-$4,999 Member: $1,000-$2,499 More information on corporate & foundation relations Ways to give Giving Priorities For more formation contact: Office of Advancement, McClain Hall 205, 100 E. Normal Ave., Kirksville, Mo. 63501-4221; (800) 452-6678 or (660) 785-4133; Fax (660) 785-7519.