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Become a Benefactor

We are fortunate to have so many generous donors who are committed to supporting Purdue Fort Wayne. Their gifts give our students the chance to receive a quality education and life-changing experience that prepare them for adulthood. And their generosity has a lasting effect that influences our students, their families, and our community.

Many of our donors make their positive impact through the Chancellor’s Society and Weitzman Society. We appreciate these benefactors, and are proud to recognize them as members of the Purdue Fort Wayne family.

Chancellor’s Society

At the core of the Chancellor’s Society is our ongoing mission to foster student success. Members of the Chancellor’s Society share a common mission and vision: Purdue Fort Wayne—and our students—are worth the investment.

Join the Chancellor’s Society by making a one-time gift of $1,000 or more in cash or stock, or multiple gifts or pledges that total a minimum of $1,000 in a calendar year.

Here are some of the benefits of being a member of the Chancellor’s Society:

  • Exclusive invitation to Purdue Fort Wayne’s annual Celebrate Philanthropy dinner
  • Invitations to special events on campus, including receptions for guest speakers from the Omnibus Lectures Series
  • Opportunities for direct interaction with Purdue Fort Wayne deans, faculty, and staff

We honor donors with $25,000 or more in lifetime giving with Benefactor Level status. Those whose lifetime gifts surpass $250,000, we honor as Diamond Benefactors.

Begin your membership in the Chancellor’s Society by making a gift today. For more details about giving options, contact Development at 260-481-6962 or [email protected].

Weitzman Society

The Weitzman Society, named after Oscar and Ophelia Weitzman, is Purdue Fort Wayne’s planned giving society. The Weitzman Legacy Society gives the university the opportunity to connect with and properly thank donors during their lifetime—donors whose gifts may otherwise go unrecognized until the time of their passing. Our goal is to ensure that their legacy and wishes are remembered and honored, now and in the decades to come. 

Here are some of the benefits of being in the Oscar and Ophelia Weitzman Legacy Society:

  • Membership certificate and commemorative pin
  • Exclusive invitation to Purdue Fort Wayne’s annual Celebrate Philanthropy dinner
  • Valuable financial and estate-planning services

Weitzman Society Brochure

Become a member of the Weitzman Society. Arrange an appointment by contacting Development at 260-481-6962 or [email protected].