President's Council

As Holy Cross’ premier annual giving society of alumni, parents and friends, the President’s Council provides consistent, generous support to the College. 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.

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

5 people in formal attire smiling at the camera

President's Council Events and Webinars

Donors at the President’s Council level are invited to attend special social occasions and interesting webinars and provided access to premier parking as thanks for their generous and loyal support.

President's Council Annual Dinner

Saturday, November 9, 2024
by invitation only

Past President's Council Webinars

Integrating Liberal Arts and Business at Holy Cross
Exploring the Heart of our Jesuit, Catholic Mission

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.

  • Shared Gift; Shared Benefit

    Since a gift to the College often is a shared decision, Holy Cross couples who give at President’s Council levels will be identified as “joint donors.” For example, a gift of $2,500 enables a couple to be listed jointly as Patron donors.

    Make a PC-Level Gift

  • Matching Gifts Count

    You can maximize your ability to participate in President’s Council with a corporate matching gift. If your company, or your spouse’s company, matches charitable gifts, you may use that match as part of your President’s Council commitment

    See if You Can Double Your Impact

  • Make Your Gift

    Like you, Holy Cross students are inspired by our Jesuit mission and driven by a relentless sense of optimism. Join us in our call to lead – your President’s Council gift will directly impact the next generation of Holy Cross leaders.

    Make Your Gift

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
Kathy Maggi '91 & Payton Shubrick '15

Meet the Co-Chairs

Payton Shubrick '15
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.
Contact Us

Office of Advancement

Location
College of the Holy Cross
One College Street
Worcester, MA 01618
Phone
508-793-2421
Email
hcpc@holycross.edu
Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.