Participation is more than good.
It's great!

Alumnae participation—the number of graduates who make a gift to Wellesley in a fiscal year—matters. But don't take our word for it. Here are a half-dozen reasons why your gift to Wellesley right now can make a big difference.

National rankings:

Influential college rankings such as U.S. News & World Report factor in alumnae participation when they assemble their "who's best" list. Every gift counts toward alumnae participation.

Quality students and faculty:

Alumnae participation sends a strong message to prospective students and faculty that Wellesley has a vibrant and committed alumnae network. To attract the very best, we need to be the very best.

Grant funding:

Before corporations and foundations make grants to Wellesley, they ask about alumnae participation rates. They want to see that alumnae support their alma mater before they invest.

The price of excellence:

Tuition covers only a portion of the cost to educate a Wellesley student. Your gift joins with others to provide each student with the second-to-none Wellesley experience, every year.

Financial aid:

More than 20% of Wellesley’s operating budget is returned directly to students in the form of financial aid. Your gift supports the College’s most precious resource: Wellesley students.

The competition:

A handful of small, liberal arts colleges regularly record alumni participation rates in the mid-50%—and higher. Wellesley deserves a seat at this table. Heck, as the premier liberal arts college for women, we should lead the way!

Remember: It's not the amount that matters, it's your participation that counts.