Together Meeting Needs
and Making a Difference
1845 Society honors individuals who give to Baylor and celebrates their collective impact. Recognizing gifts of every amount, this designation highlights the significance of faithful giving in shared commitment to sustaining excellence across the Baylor experience.
Baylor University was founded in 1845 by a collection of churches and Christian leaders.
From modest origins in Independence, Texas, our institution has become an internationally renowned leader in Christian higher education through the steadfast support of alumni and parents, faculty and staff, and students and friends.
The transformation of our Bears in preparation for worldwide leadership and service reflects the investment of the Baylor Family in programs and priorities that enrich student life and advance academic and athletic pursuits. 1845 Society honors their faithful giving.
Honoree
Annual recognition of charitable giving to Baylor by academic year.
Loyalty Honoree
Annual recognition of charitable giving to Baylor for the past 3+ consecutive academic years.
Lifetime Honoree
Lifetime recognition for transformational charitable giving to Baylor
Every gift makes a difference to our university and students. View highlights in the 1845 Society Annual Impact Report. Continue the tradition of excellence by giving today.