The Melissa Institute has created the Peace Donors Society to recognize major donors supporting the Institute’s mission to prevent violence, build resilience and promote safer communities through the application of research-based knowledge. The Peace Donors Society includes Gold Peace Donors whose cumulative gifts, pledges, or pro bono contributions to the Institute have reached $25,000, Diamond Peace Donors whose contributions have reached $50,000, and Founder Peace Donors with contributions of $100,000 or more. These honored Peacemakers join a charitable community of scholars and community leaders who enable the Institute to provide consultations, trainings and conferences, assist those in need and support new research in violence prevention.
The Peace Donors Society reflects the Institute’s determination to ensure that we continue the vision for the Institute to be a tool for good—for peace and harmony—in our communities into our second quarter-of-a-century and beyond.
Members of the Peace Donors Society will be acknowledged and celebrated for their generous support with a variety of special recognitions. They will be invited to participate in exclusive educational and social functions with distinguished experts, policy makers, and fellow Peacemakers.
Special Honors and Privileges
- Special Recognition at The Melissa Institute’s annual Peace & Harmony Gala.
- Guest invitation for two to the Peace & Harmony Gala in the year of the original donation or pledge is made.
- A distinctive Peace Donors Society membership award recognizing the Peacemaker’s commitment.
- Preferred seating and recognition at all Melissa Institute events.
- Special Recognition in The Melissa Institute’s report to the community and website.
- Invitations to private functions throughout the year.
- Public recognition and photograph with donor’s permission.
Methods of Giving
- A cash donation of $25,000 or more.
- A pledge of $25,000 or more structured for a predetermined number of years.
- A $25,000 or more gift of stock, bonds, real estate, or tangible property.
- Pro bono contributions of $25,000 or more.
- Special planned gifts.
For more information, please click here to contact Dr. Etiony Aldarondo, Executive Director of the Institute.