Giving to Grinnell

Reunion Giving

Why Give During Reunion Year

Whether you can attend Reunion or not, your gift has the power to shape Grinnell’s future.

Giving during your Reunion year:

Enhances student experiences on and off campus
Amplifies the impact of your class
Strengthens the force of alumni giving

Honor your class. Support current students. Leave a legacy.

“Let’s be inspirational”

The Class of 1975 sets a new record for 50th reunion fundraising establishing a new Endowed Civic Education and Innovation Fund as one of its giving options.

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Direct Your Gift

You Choose Where It Matters Most

Each class committee identified giving priorities — but you can direct your gift to any area of the College that holds personal meaning to you.

Popular priorities include named class funds such as a scholarship or internship or any of the following:

Pioneer Fund

Unrestricted gifts for the College’s areas of greatest needs.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Direct support student scholarships and grants, supporting the College’s need-blind and no loan admission policies.

Study Abroad & Global Learning

Grinnell students gain global perspectives through immersive international experiences that build confidence and career-ready skills.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Grinnell celebrates a vibrant, close-knit community shaped by diverse backgrounds and shared curiosity.

Faculty & Academic Programs

Grinnell’s faculty and academic programs empower students to think critically and solve real-world challenges through a transformative liberal arts education.

Career Exploration

Grinnell’s Center for Careers, Life, and Service helps students design purposeful lives through hands-on experiences and values-driven career exploration.

Join Your Class Effort – Ways to Give

Any gift given this year or documented before June 30 to give at a later date count towards your class celebratory total. Explore different giving options below.

One-Time Gift

A simple way to make a difference right now.

Planned Gift

Support students through long-term contributions—often as part of your estate planning. Learn more through our planned giving site.

Multi-Year Pledge

Spread your impact over time, sustaining vital programs.

Monthly Recurring Gift

Support students every month—automatically.

Continuing Your Class Legacy of Giving

“Reunion giving let us come together and make something lasting happen.”

“Even though I couldn’t attend, my gift helped fund a first-gen scholarship.”

Find Your Class Volunteers

We have two ways for you to find your class volunteers. First, we have a full list of Reunion Class Committee Members for Reunion 2026. Second, we have created specific spaces for each Reunion class in GrinSPACES. GrinSPACES provides a digital home for community building, including communities preparing for their upcoming Reunion.

Need Help or Have Questions?

For more information about Reunion Giving, we’re here to help.