William B. Lockhart Club
The Lockhart Club is Minnesota Law’s leadership annual giving society. With five different giving levels, the Lockhart Club brings together generations of alumni and friends who generously express their support with annual gifts of $2,000 or more, or as part of Lockhart GOLD for recent graduates. The loyal generosity of our Lockhart Club members helps us to recruit and retain world-class faculty, attract promising and diverse students, and create transformational programs that train our students and benefit our communities.
Tiers
Binger Circle $25,000+
Fraser Society $10,000-$24,999
Dean's Circle $5,000-$9,999+
Murphy Society $2,000-$4,999+
As a member of the Lockhart Club, you can look forward to:
- Invitation to the annual Lockhart Club dinner
- Recognition in the Law School’s annual report, magazine, and online donor listings
- Your name appearing on the Law School’s donor recognition wall displayed in the Dorsey & Whitney Foyer
- A unique Lockhart Club lapel pin
- Special recognition at Law School events
- A special Lockhart Club insider newsletter
- Invitations to exclusive events
Now is the perfect time to join this esteemed group of alumni and friends of the Law School who are making a difference in the lives of tomorrow’s lawyer-leaders. To join today, simply make a gift of $2,000 or more, or set up a monthly recurring gift of $167 online.
If you have questions or would like more information about joining the Lockhart Club, please contact Katie Jacob at [email protected].
Lockhart GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade)
Are you a GOLD alumni (Graduate Of the Last Decade)? Are you interested in making important connections in the legal community that will help build your career? Do you want to give back in a meaningful way to support the education of the next generation of Minnesota Law students?
If you answered yes, this is your GOLD’n opportunity! Giving back to your law school alma mater can be a mark of gratitude, an indicator of leadership and a vote of confidence in Minnesota Law. By joining the Lockhart Club at a special rate offered ONLY to GOLD alumni, you not only make a difference for Minnesota Law students, but you are eligible for exclusive networking events, like the annual Lockhart Club dinner. The next annual dinner is October 10, 2024; join now and add your name to the list of next year’s invites.
| Years From Graduation | Graduation Year | Fiscal Year (July 1-June 30) GOLD Giving Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year out | 2024 | $10 per month (or $120 annually) |
| 2-4 years out | 2023, 2022, 2021 | $25 per month (or $300 annually) |
| 5th reunion year-7 years out | 2020, 2019, 2018 | $50 per month (or $600 annually) |
| 8-9 years out | 2017, 2016 | $100 per month (or $1,200 annually) |
| 10th reunion | 2015 | $134 per month (or $1,600 annually) |
| Beyond 10th reunion year | 2014 and prior | $167 per month or approximately $2,000 annually (full Lockhart Club) |
Ask us about firm matches. Employer matches count toward your special GOLD membership rate! Contact Katie Jacob at [email protected].
Lockhart Club Donor Listing
Lockhart Club Donor Listing 2024-2025
Lockhart Club Donor Listing 2023-2024
Lockhart Club Donor Listing 2022-2023
Lockhart Club Donor Listing 2021-2022
Lockhart Club Donor Listing 2020-2021
Upcoming Lockhart Club Events
The 2024 William B. Lockhart Club Dinner will be held the evening of Thursday, October 10, 2024 at McNamara Alumni Center on the University of Minnesota’s East Bank. This annual event is an invitation-only dinner and program for members of the Lockhart Club. The program is also live-streamed virtually for those members who are unable to attend in-person.
For more information or to learn about how to become a Lockhart Club member, please contact Katie Jacob, Assistant Director of Annual Giving, at (612) 624-0097 or [email protected].