President's Council

The Impact of the President's Council
The generosity of President’s Council donors is vital to ensuring the high quality of today's educational experience for students and advancing the mission of Holy Cross for years to come.
- more than 2,000 alumni, parents and friends are PC-level donors
- Over 50 years of President's Council giving
- More than 70% of annual giving is generated by President's Council
- Almost 80% of all gifts to the College are generated by President's Council
Taken individually, each member makes an instrumental impact; considered together, this group has been monumental in helping to ensure that the College’s transformational Jesuit education is available to all students and our mission remains strong.
Recognition
Honor Roll of Donors
We recognize our President's Council donors with special acknowledgement on our Honor Roll of Donors.
Invitation Only Events
President's Council donors receive invitations to exclusive events such as our Annual Reception, Parent's Leadership Reception, Reunion Weekend Reception and PC Insider Webinars.
Premier Parking & Tailgating
President’s Council donors at the Patron-level and above to the Holy Cross Fund or Crusader Athletics Fund receive exclusive access to purchase Premier Lot season parking for $216 for all home football games. Enjoy easy access to the stadium and shorter entry lines. To secure your seats and parking today, make your PC-level gift and then contact the Athletics Ticket Office at 844-GOCROSS (844-462-7677).
Maximizing Your Gift
Joint and matching gifts allow for many to give at the President's Council-level and experience the benefits of being part of this philanthropic group.
President's Council Giving Levels
Level | Amount |
Founder | $100,000 or more |
Partner | $50,000-$99,999 |
Benefactor | $25,000-$49,999 |
Regent | $10,000-$24,999 |
Distinguished | $5,000-$9,999 |
Patron | $2,500-$4,999 |
Patron, graduates out more than 50 years | $1,500 or more |
We are pleased to begin recognizing GOLD (graduates of the last decade) donors in a new way this year. President's Council GOLD donors are alumni who make an annual gift based on a sliding scale of $100 or more per year of graduation.
Class Year | Amount |
2024 | $100 |
2023 | $200 |
2022 | $300 |
2021 | $400 |
2020 | $500 |
2019 | $600 |
2018 | $700 |
2017 | $800 |
2016 | $900 |
2015 | $1,000 |
2014 or earlier | $2,500 |
Meet the Co-Chairs
Born and raised in Springfield, MA, Payton is a proud graduate of Springfield Central High School, College of the Holy Cross and Bay Path University. The oldest of four children, Payton is a natural leader and innovative thinker who enjoys new challenges facing emerging industries. After reading Michelle Alexander’s The New Jim Crow, Payton became inspired to participate in the cannabis industry to engage the community of Springfield, MA, which has been disproportionally impacted by cannabis prohibition. She started 6 Brick’s with the help of her parents and sister showing that a family-owned business has a place in this industry. Focused on “people, plant and purpose,” Payton strives to debunk myths around cannabis use within the community while being a good neighbor. 6 Brick’s is a four-time award-winning dispensary that has become a staple in the community. Staying true to her commitment to engaging more women, people of color and aspiring entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry, she is an Adjunct Professor at American International College & Clark University, teaching undergraduate and graduate cannabis courses.
Kathy Maggi '91
Kathy is Managing Director at JP Morgan Chase. She studied Political science at College of the Holy Cross.