The solid foundation I received at UW has opened many doors for me. I think it is important to give while you are ‘alive and taking nourishment,’ and it will be such a joy to see the new building on its completion.

Mary Behrens (’64 BS Nurs)

Qualifications for Membership

The Bascom Hill Society recognizes significant philanthropic commitment to continued excellence at UW-Madison. You can become a member by meeting any of these gift requirements:
  • $25,000 received in lifetime gifts
  • Pledge paid over ten years with an annual commitment of $2,500 or more
  • A $50,000 deferred gift such as a bequest or revocable trust
  • A gift to the UW Foundation may be combined with a corporate matching gift to fulfill individual requirements.

Bascom Hill Associate Membership

Your annual gift(s) of $2,500 or more in any one calendar year qualifies you for membership as a Bascom Hill Society Associate, the first step to full membership.

As an Associate you will be invited to Society events and will receive the insights and digest publications. Associate memberships are renewable annually.