Society of 1875

Giving Societies: The Society of 1875 

 We are grateful to recognize leadership donors whose generosity strengthens the mission of the Church across the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. 

 The Society of 1875 honors individuals and families who make annual leadership gifts to the Catholic Stewardship Appeal. Named in recognition of the year Pope Pius IX elevated the Diocese of Milwaukee to an Archdiocese, the Society reflects a shared commitment to faith, stewardship, and carrying our Catholic tradition forward for future generations. (Formerly known as the Campanile Society.) 

Society of 1875 Giving Levels 

Society of 1875 | $1,000 annual gift 

In 1875, Pope Pius IX elevated our then-Diocese to an Archdiocese. This leadership giving society embraces our history while strengthening the future of the Church in southeastern Wisconsin. Members are invited to the annual Society of 1875 recognition Mass, reception, and dinner hosted by Archbishop Grob. 

Halo of Our Lady | $2,500 annual gift 

Inspired by the Blessed Mother’s sacred halo, this level invites families to deepen their devotion and grow in faith across the Archdiocese while providing meaningful leadership support for the Catholic Stewardship Appeal. 

Bishop’s Circle | $5,000 annual gift 

The Bishop’s Circle honors those whose generosity provides vital leadership support for the mission of the Church, advancing the priorities of the Catholic Stewardship Appeal and strengthening ministries across the Archdiocese. 

Archbishop’s Circle | $10,000 annual gift 

United in sustaining the future of the Catholic faith, members of the Archbishop’s Circle are faithful stewards whose leadership generosity helps ensure the Church will thrive for generations to come. 

Beacon of Light Benefactors | $25,000 annual gift 

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s premier-level philanthropic giving community plays a major role in advancing the vision and mission-driven priorities of the Archdiocese and supporting the future leadership of the Church. 

For more information, please contact 
Jenny Mendenhall, Director, Catholic Stewardship Appeal 
(414) 769-3320 | [email protected]