Donor Recognition

The Wellspring Society recognizes those who have committed $1 million or more in current and estate gifts to the Wingate.

The Wellspring Legacy Society recognizes those who have committed $1 million or more in current and estate gifts to the Wingate.

The Legacy Society recognizes those who have acknowledged Wingate in their estate plans.

The Society of 1896 recognizes donors who give $1,000 or more cumulatively during the fiscal year. 

The Leadership in Loyalty Circle honors donors who have given two or more years consecutively to the University. Once a donor reaches 23 years of giving, they are inducted into the Jerry E. McGee Society, which recognizes President Emeritus Dr. Jerry E. McGee’s 23 years of service to Wingate. All members of the Leadership in Loyalty Circle are esteemed for their faithful commitment to our mission.

The newly established Philanthropist of the Year award honors a distinguished alumna, alumnus, or friend who has demonstrated impactful philanthropic leadership and noteworthy charitable giving to Wingate University. Recipients of this award, through their philanthropy and service, have shaped the University’s present and future while enhancing the quality of life for Wingate’s community of students, faculty, and staff.

Inaugural Recipients

• Irwin Belk

• Porter Byrum

• Charles Cannon

• Leon Levine

2022: Liz and Joe Patterson
2023: To be announced