Annual Giving Societies

The Darden Society 

The Darden Society is a group of annual supporters who demonstrate a commitment to the School through gifts at the following levels:

• Executive Circle: $100,000 and above
• Sponsors’ Circle: $50,000+
• Founders’ Circle: $25,000+
• Leaders: $10,000+
• Fellows: $5,000+
• Dean’s Roundtable: $2,500+
• Abbott Associates: $1,000+ (four most recent graduating classes)

The Hickory Club 

Named for Dean Charles C. Abbott’s ever-loyal black Labrador retriever Hickory, the club recognizes dedicated alumni who give consistently each year to Darden for a minimum of three years.