Aerial view of the Chapel on Houghton's campus.

Giving Societies & Clubs

Giving Societies

Giving Societies are an important way Houghton University connects with donors and honors their generosity and commitment to Houghton University. We recognize donors through the following societies:

Houghton purple wordmark with gold border. Text reads 1883 Society.

Honoring donors who contribute $1,000 or more annually to Houghton University

Learn more about the 1883 Society
Houghton purple wordmark with gold border. Text reads James S. Luckey Society.

Honoring donors who make legacy gift plans which establish a firm foundation for the long-term financial health of Houghton University and its continued ability to support Houghton students as they pursue Godโ€™s call on their lives.

Learn more about the James S. Luckey Society
Houghton purple wordmark with gold border. Text reads Young Alumni Giving Society.

Honoring recent alumni who choose to support their alma mater financially during their first 10 years after graduation.

Learn more about the Young Alumni Giving Society
Houghton University Willard J Houghton wordmark. White text on purple circular background with gold ring.

Honoring donors who contribute $1,780 or more to the Houghton University Student Scholarship Fund.

Learn more about the Willard J. Houghton Society

Giving Clubs

Houghton mens soccer team standing together in a huddle on the field.

Honoring those who contribute to the mission of Highlander athletics, the continuing traditions of excellence, and the success of our student-athletes now and in the future.

Learn more about the Highlander Club
Rebekah Scharf standing in front of piano with conducting baton.

Honoring those who contribute to the mission of the Greatbatch School of Music and promotes Houghton Universityโ€™s longstanding reputation for musical excellence, academic strength and Christian worldview.

Learn more about the Friends of Greatbatch