Giving Societies

Our Giving Societies recognize individuals in the community for their commitment to philanthropy at NCS. 

SATTERLEE SOCIETY Members of our Satterlee Society are philanthropic leaders of NCS. They annually contribute over 85% of our comprehensive giving, with gifts ranging from $2,500 to over $100,000.

Satterlee Membership Levels

Founder Circle - $100,000 and above

Head of School Circle - $50,000 to $100,000

Scholar Circle - $25,000 to $49,999

Whitby Circle - $10,000 to $24,999

Eagle Circle - $5,000 to $9,999

Member Circle - $2,500 to $4,999

NEW! Edith Abercrombie-Miller 1901 (E.A.M.) Circle* - 

*Exclusively available to alumnae within 24 years of graduation

Years Since Graduation                                 Purple & Gold Fund Gift

1–4 years out (Classes of 2023–2026)          $100 ($8.33/month for 12 months)

5–9 years out (Classes of 2018–2022)           $500 ($41.67/month for 12 months)

10–14 years out (Classes of 2013–2017)         $1,000 ($83.33/month for 12 months)

15–19 years out (Classes of 2008–2012)      $1,500 ($125/month for 12 months)

20–24 years out (Classes of 2003–2007)        $2,000 ($166.67/month for 12 months)

FRIENDS OF NCS Recognizes donors who annually make gifts up to $2,499. 

1900 SOCIETY Supporters join the 1900 Society when they make a gift of any size for three consecutive years. The 1900 Society is dedicated to inspiring loyalty and sustaining support for NCS.

CORNERSTONE SOCIETY Recognizes donors who have named NCS in their long-term financial or estate plans. 

If you are interested in learning more about the Satterlee Society or any of our other giving societies, we encourage you to reach out to Hutchey Doley, Senior Major Gifts Officer, at ldoley@ncs.org.