The Spire Society
The Spire Society recognizes alumni and friends who advance the University of Saint Mary Catholic mission through their annual support. Rooted in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, members demonstrate a shared commitment to education, service, and the development of students’ God-given potential.
What is The Spire Society at USM?
The Spire Society is a network of USM's friends, alumni, and supporters who seek to lead Saint Mary to its full potential by investing in our students, our campus, and our mission.
Membership in the society begins with a donor's annual financial commitment to Saint Mary. That commitment can be made toward a purpose of the donor's choosing, and each level of the Spire Society comes with its own benefits.
Spire Society Membership Levels
There are four levels to the Spire Society, each rooted in Catholic teaching and the Vincentian and Sisters of Charity tradition of charity, humilty, and service.
See the benefits associated with each level, as well as a roster of level members (coming soon) below:
Inspired by the Annunciation Chapel on campus and the call to respond to purpose.
Benefits:
- Annual donor listing (digital)
- Invitation to alumni and campus events
- Annual impact report
- Subscription to USM updates and publications
“Fiat” reflects Mary’s “yes,” aligns giving with intentional commitment.
Benefits:
- All Annunciation Circle benefits, plus
- Early registration for select campus events
- Exclusive donor communications from leadership
Honors St. Vincent de Paul’s focus on service and action.
Benefits:
- All prior benefits, plus
- Invitation to small-group donor receptions
- Priority access to signature events (e.g., reunions, athletics giving days)
- Behind-the-scenes updates on student programs
Reflects the charism of the Sisters of Charity.
Benefits:
- All prior benefits, plus
- Invitation to annual leadership donor event with President
- Recognition at select campus gatherings
- Access to faculty or program briefings
- Personalized stewardship contact
Named for the cofounder of the Daughters of Charity and Ladies of Charity.
Benefits:
- All prior benefits
- Private campus experiences (class visit, chapel event, or program tour)
- Invitations to strategic briefings on university priorities
- Recognition in major publications
Named for Mother Xavier Ross, founder of the Sisters of Charity at Leavenworth, representing leadership in Catholic education.
Benefits:
- All prior benefits
- Named recognition opportunities (where appropriate)
- Invitations to exclusive regional or leadership events
- Direct engagement with university leadership
Recognizing transformational commitment aligned with USM's founders and sponsors.
Benefits:
- All prior benefits
- Customized engagement plan aligned with donor interests
- Private dinners or mission-focused gatherings
- Opportunities to engage directly with students and scholarship recipients
- Prominent recognition aligned with donor preference
Connect with USM
Reach out to the USM Advancement Office with any questions regarding The Spire Society.