The Founders Club of Missouri State University is the University’s most prestigious organization for recognizing major donors for academic and capital projects. 

Individuals, businesses, foundations and organizations which make a minimum commitment of $10,000 in cash, securities, or real or personal property to the Missouri State University Foundation, usually in payments of $1,000 or more annually, meet the criteria for membership in The Founders Club.  Additionally, membership is extended to those making planned gifts through a bequest, life income agreement, trust agreement, or another acceptable planned or deferred giving instrument with a value of at least $10,000 based upon a formula including life expectancy, the consumer price index, and the type of deferred gift. 

Membership is activated by a signed and completed Statement of Acceptance for membership in The Founders Club. Receipt of the statement by the Missouri State University Foundation upon completion of a gift commitment ensures that mementos are ordered in accordance with the wishes of the donor(s). 

Benefits of Membership

• A jade glass award designed especially for members of The Founders Club; 
• An annual Founders Club Dinner, hosted by the Missouri State University Foundation, in tribute to this special club and its membership; 
• Reserved parking privileges on campus--with some exclusions including Lot number 1, the area behind Carrington Hall--and for athletic and performing arts events; 
• Invitations for special occasions; and 
• Use of the Duane G. Meyer Library. A special embossed card is issued to members of The Founders Club.