Fellows Giving Society
A formal giving program for Eisenhower
Fellows to help sustain EF and its mission.
Fellows who make a three-year financial commitment starting in 2026 will be recognized as Founding Fellows.
Fellows Giving Society Goals
Create a structured Fellows giving program to build on your long history of philanthropic support
Deepen network engagement
Ensure sustainability for the work and impact of
Eisenhower FellowsFoster a sense of community among Society members, distinguishing them as active champions of EF’s mission
Giving Levels and Benefits
Connector
$1,000-$4,999
- Recognition in digital annual report and on EF website
- Digitized itinerary
from your fellowship - Name prominently displayed at the Annual Awards dinner
Change Maker
$5,000-$9,999
- VIP reception at Annual Meeting or premier table seating at EF event
- Two complimentary tickets to one EF event per year
- Fellows Giving Society coin
Champion
$10,000-$24,999
- Invitation to Trustees’ lunch at Annual Meeting
- Fellows Giving Society pin
CATALYST
$25,000+
- Opportunity to present
at an EF Webinar - Name inscribed on
donor wall at EF house
Make Your Commitment
Your gift will help sustain the work of Eisenhower Fellowships, enabling future ascendant leaders to experience the power and impact of EF and engage with our global network of more than 1900 active Fellows on more than six continents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make a donation to the Society?
Who is the point of contact for the Society should I have any questions?
Please contact dbruce@efworld.org with questions or for more details on the Fellows Giving Society.
Once I donate to the Fellows Giving Society, do I have to renew yearly?
Yes, the Fellows Giving Society is made up of Fellows who donate yearly. The goal is to develop a base of sustainable donors who choose to support EF because of the profound impact the organization has made on their life and the broader community. Those who make a multi-year gift will be recognized each year that they have committed to donate.
Can non-Fellows become members of the Fellows Giving Society?
No, the Fellows Giving Society is exclusively for Fellows. Benefits are designed specifically for Fellows to recognize and celebrate them.
I would like my gift to remain Anonymous. Is that ok?
Yes, of course. EF wants to ensure that you have the recognition you want. Please indicate on your pledge form if you wish to remain anonymous.
My company offers a matching gift program. Can my gift be matched?
Yes, we welcome matching gifts. Please indicate on your pledge form if your gift will be matched.
Can someone make a gift in my honor?
Yes, please indicate on your pledge form if an organization or another individual will be making a gift in your honor.
Can my country chapter or fellowship class make a group gift to receive Founding Fellow recognition?
The Fellows Giving Society is for individual Fellows. A group gift does not qualify a chapter, fellowship class or its members for Founding Fellow recognition.
We greatly appreciate the generosity of chapters and fellowship classes. There will be a separate opportunity to give as a group next year. In late 2027, EF will invite country chapters to make collective gifts to celebrate EF’s 75th anniversary in 2028.
Ways to Give
Other Ways to Give
Recommend a gift from your DAF.
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a charitable investment account with a sponsoring organization that has immediate tax benefits and allows donors to recommend grants to qualified non-profit organizations over time. It makes managing your charitable contributions and fulfilling your philanthropic goals simple and easy.
Make a gift in honor or in memory of someone special to you.
Making a memorial gift is a lasting way to preserve the memory of a loved one. Gifts made in honor of Fellows (past and present) are welcome!
A great resource for giving after age 70 ½. If you are 70 ½ or older, you can make a direct transfer of up to $110,000 (in 2026) from your IRA to a qualified charity like Eisenhower Fellowships.
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) can satisfy all or part of your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and are excluded from taxable income—an even better outcome than a charitable deduction. (Note that 401(k)s and other employer plans do not qualify.)
Check with your company to see if they will match your contribution! Many companies offer this as a way to encourage their employees' philanthropy and amplify their impact.
Eisenhower Exchange Fellowships, Inc.
250 South 16th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
USA
For more information on how to make domestic or international wire transfers, or gifts of stock, please contact dbruce@efworld.org or 1.215.546.1971