The Constellation Society is UCF’s premier giving society, created to honor you and celebrate your impact on our university. You are an essential part of Knight Nation and have helped unleash potential at UCF through your generosity and philanthropy. Thank you!

As a member of this vibrant community of donors, you will have the opportunity to engage with students, faculty and university leadership through custom engagement opportunities, exclusive invitations to campus and special events, and other benefits in appreciation of your leadership and giving.

 

PHILANTHROPIC IMPACT

Constellation Society members are passionate UCF advocates and philanthropists who truly seek to unleash the potential of individuals within our community, in our research labs and on the field of competition.  Read more about recent impacts.

RECOGNITION LEVELS

The Constellation Society recognizes individual donors for cumulative lifetime giving of $100,000 or more. Membership is based on lifetime cumulative giving to any area university-wide. Gifts of cash, stock, real estate, pledges, deferred gifts, employer matches and select gifts-in-kind are counted toward your cumulative giving, which determines your Constellation Society level. Learn more about your level and the exclusive opportunities offered at each level. 

POLARIS

Anchored in the north sky, Polaris serves as a shining beacon that has guided the way for centuries. Through this level, we honor donors who have reached a lifetime giving amount of $5 million or more. Your exclusive benefits include:

  • Highly personalized stewardship and engagement experiences
  • Plus opportunities included in giving levels below

PEGASUS

The winged horse of Greek mythology and UCF’s iconic badge and emblem, Pegasus symbolizes the university’s vision of limitless possibilities. At this level, we celebrate donors who have reached cumulative giving of $1 million or more. Your exclusive benefits include:

  • Engagement with UCF executive leadership
  • Plus opportunities included in giving levels below

ORION

Representing the famed hunter, Orion is one of the most recognizable constellations and home to the Orion nebulae, birthplace of new stars. Donors honored at this level have made cumulative gifts of $500,000 or more. Your exclusive benefits include:

  • Personalized updates from university and volunteer leaders
  • Priority invitations for athletic event hospitality
  • Plus opportunities included in giving levels below

SIRIUS

As the brightest star in the sky, Sirius has captivated people across cultures throughout history. At this level, we honor donors who have made cumulative gifts to UCF of $250,000 or more. Your exclusive benefits include:

  • Impact videos from students and faculty
  • Invitations to appreciation events with VIP experience
  • Plus opportunities included in giving levels below

GEMINI

The celestial twins in our night sky, Gemini reflects the power of partnerships, connecting your investment to the impact we create together. Donors at this level are recognized for cumulative gifts to UCF of $100,000 or more. Your exclusive benefits include:

  • The Constellation Society welcome packet
  • The Constellation Society annual impact report
  • Invitations to appreciation events
  • Subscriptions to UCF publications

 

FAQ
  • How will I know my Constellation Society level?

You will receive a mailed welcome packet that will share your Constellation level. Members will regularly receive updated information on giving levels. Questions about levels or any additional questions about The Constellation Society can be directed to [email protected]

  • How does The Constellation Society compare with other UCF giving societies?

The Constellation Society is UCF’s lifetime giving society, recognizing donors with $100,000 or more in cumulative giving to any area of UCF. Other societies, including the President’s Circle and the Charles Millican Legacy Society, recognize donors for other ways of giving. Read more about UCF’s giving societies.

  • Does The Constellation Society replace the previous lifetime giving societies?

Launched in July 2022, The Constellation Society replaces the previous Mercury, Apollo and Pegasus Societies. In addition to consolidating these into a comprehensive giving society, The Constellation Society now recognizes more types of gifts, including outright gifts of cash, stock, real estate, pledges, deferred gifts, employer matches and select gifts-in-kind.

 

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