RECOGNIZING YOUR GENEROSITY
Philanthropy at CTS takes many forms, and every gift—no matter the size—makes a meaningful difference and is deeply valued.
Some are moved to give faithfully every year. Others feel called to make more substantial contributions. Still others choose to create a lasting legacy through deferred gifts and estate planning.
We celebrate each donor—individually and collectively—recognizing that every gift is an expression of faith and confidence in CTS. We remain steadfast in our commitment to be worthy of that trust and profoundly grateful for the immeasurable impact made possible through such generosity.
1924 Annual Society
The 1924 Annual Society—named for the year the Butler School of Religion opened—offers membership to alumni and friends who make annual gifts to Christian Theological Seminary.
Membership is achieved when an individual’s cumulative personal, corporate and matching gifts of $1,000 or more are received in the same fiscal year.
In addition to the satisfaction of knowing that your philanthropy has made an impact at CTS, members of the 1924 Annual Society also enjoy a number of other benefits:
- Special recognition in the CTS Annual Report
- Personal invitation to Faith & Action receptions and events
- Bi-annual newsletter from the President
| wdt_ID | 1924 Annual Society Giving Circle | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visionary’s Circle | Minimum $25,000 |
| 3 | President’s Circle | $15,000 - $24,999 |
| 4 | Leader’s Circle | $10,000 - $14,999 |
| 5 | Partner’s Circle | $5,000 - $9,999 |
| 6 | Steward’s Circle | $2,500 - $4,999 |
| 7 | Friend’s Circle | $1,000 - $2,499 |
Generosity Society
The Generosity Society celebrates churches whose faithful support of Christian Theological Seminary’s annual fund makes a lasting impact.
Membership in this society highlights congregations that actively support theological education and the formation of future church leaders. By giving each year, these congregations help shape future church leaders, sustain vital programs and scholarships, and advance the Seminary’s mission. Their generosity is recognized not just as a gift, but as a meaningful partnership in nurturing a vibrant, engaged faith community..
1924 Lifetime Society
The 1924 Lifetime Society recognizes CTS alumni and friends of the seminary for their lifetime support of CTS.
Individuals with cumulative giving of $100,000 or more receive lifetime membership.
The exceptional support from the lifetime members has shaped the history and progress of CTS. Qualifying gifts include cash, securities, real estate and other personal property. They can be in the form of outright gifts, bequests or life income agreements. Gifts to the CTS Annual Fund are cumulative toward lifetime membership in the Society.
Benefits
In addition to the satisfaction of knowing that your philanthropy has made an impact, members of the 1924 Lifetime Society also enjoy a number of other benefits:
- Special recognition in the CTS Annual Report
- Personal invitation to Faith & Action receptions and events
- Bi-annual newsletter from the President
CTS Legacy Society
The CTS Legacy Society recognizes individuals who have made estate plans or established life-income gifts to benefit CTS.
Membership in the society has no minimum gift level. Gifts are an investment in the future that cannot be measured in terms of gains and losses. If you would like to become part of the CTS Legacy Society, or have already made plans through your will to support the Seminary, please contact Kristin Champa at 317-931-2310 or advancement@cts.edu.
