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Giving Societies

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Matt Hutchins

At the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, students' lives are changed every day by the power of philanthropy. Our Giving Societies aim to honor the spirit and generosity that empowers our campus and supports our mission to provide an exceptional education to every student brave enough to seek it. 

The Chancellor's Society

The Chancellor's Society comprises generous donors who contribute $1,000 or more within a single year. This society plays a critical role in advancing UAFS's strategic priorities, from scholarships and academic programs to facility enhancements and community outreach initiatives.

Benefits of Membership:

  • Exclusive Invitations: We want the people who give most graciously to this institution to have a direct hand in its future. As a member of the Chancellor’s society, you’ll receive invitations to special events with university leadership so you can stay up to date with exciting developments on campus, help us cast our a vision for what’s next, and be directly involved in building a path to get there.
  • Campus Publications: To keep you informed throughout the year, we’ll also send you updates on how your contributions are making a difference at UAFS, and add you to our magazine list.

How to Give:

Joining a Giving Society is straightforward. Whether through a one-time gift, donations during Day of Giving, payroll deduction (for faculty and staff), or ongoing contributions, your support at any level is so important.

Make a Gift

The Bell Tower Society: Faculty & Staff Giving

The Bell Tower Society is a distinguished group that celebrates the generosity of our faculty and staff. Their commitment extends beyond their daily roles, contributing financially to areas of the university that resonate most with them. This society underscores the profound impact our educators and administrators have on the UAFS community, not just through their professional contributions but also through their philanthropic support.

Benefits of Membership:

  • Community Impact: Your gift directly enhances the quality of education and campus life for students, making a tangible difference in their academic journey.
  • Leading by Example: When our community supporters see that so many of our own faculty and staff choose to give back, it makes a profound statement about the value of our work, and our university. Your gifts are an inspiration, and a testament to your belief in the mission of UAFS and the students we serve.
  • Flexible Giving: Contributions can be directed to the fund or program of your choice, allowing you to support what matters most to you, and payroll deductions make the process seamless.

How to Give: For faculty and staff, payroll deduction is often the easiest way to give, though donations during Day of Giving, or one time gifts are also qualifiers for this society.

Make a One-Time Gift Payroll Deduction

G. C. Hardin Society: Planned Giving

The G. C. Hardin Society was established in 1992 to honor donors who naming the university as a beneficiary in their will or estate plan. The society is named after Grover C. Hardin, an attorney and civic leader, who is credited with the idea that created Fort Smith Junior College in 1928. We gratefully acknowledge the philanthropic commitment of the more than 200 alumni, friends, and businesses who are members of the G.C. Hardin Society.

G. C. Hardin Society members' endowments and bequests provide generous support for scholarships, faculty, technology, academic programs and more.

If you've ever considered giving to the university and would like more information on making a bequest through your will, we will be happy to assist you. Just call the Foundation at (479) 788-7020.

Benefits of Membership:

  • Exclusive Invitations: As a member of the G.C. Hardin Society, you’ll receive invitations to special events with university leadership so you can stay up to date with new developments on campus, connect with your generous peers in the community, and help us shape the future of the university we love.
  • Campus Publications: G.C. Hardin Society members will receive the Bell Tower magazine, keeping them connected with UAFS and in touch with the stories of our Lion Pride. 

How to Give: If you’ve ever considered giving to the university through a bequest or other estate planning option, we would be happy to assist you with planning, finalizing and adjusting your estate.  Please contact the UAFS Foundation at (479) 788-7020 for more information.

Make a Gift