Giving Societies

At University Hospitals, there is no greater mark of success than the support of those we serve. No greater measure of our performance than our connection to the community. To honor the support we have received from our community, University Hospitals has three giving societies for our generous donors.

Samuel Mather Society

The Samuel Mather Society, named in honor of the renowned Cleveland industrialist, philanthropist and former UH Board Chairman, recognizes individuals, family foundations, associations, corporations, foundations and organizations whose cumulative, lifetime giving to UH totals $1 million or more. Members are recognized at the annual Society of 1866 Celebration, where donor awards are presented.

Benefactor Society

We gratefully acknowledge the exceptional generosity of our Benefactor Society members, whose cumulative (lifetime) giving totals $25,000 – $999,999. The society recognizes individuals, family foundations, special events, associations, corporations and foundations.

Society of 1866

Annual giving at UH reflects the shared commitment of our benefactors and friends to the health and well-being of our community. The Society of 1866, named in recognition of our founding year, recognizes those individuals and family foundations making annual gifts of $1,000 or more.