At the heart of the Giving Pack is our shield. Its four parts represent the strength that comes when every Retriever, first-year, second-year, third-year, and fourth-year, stands together. Alone, each piece is powerful. Together, they form a whole that reflects the best of UMBC: bold, connected, and unstoppable.
Our Goal
Our goal is to build a culture of philanthropy, engagement, and stewardship on campus so that we may continue to support UMBC for generations to come. By educating and engaging current students throughout their time at UMBC, students will leave with a better understanding of the importance and impact of giving back to the university. By creating this culture, we hope to increase the number of students and recent graduates giving to UMBC and establish strong financial support for the university for every Retriever: past, present, and future.
Members of Hilltop Society's Giving Pack have opportunities to network with UMBC alumni, sponsor large campus events and grow as student leaders as they foster engagement and a spirit of giving across campus.
Our Purpose
The Purpose of student philanthropy programs is to educate, engage and excite current UMBC students about the importance and impact of starting to support our university while on campus, with the hopes that this support continues and flourishes after commencement.
Educate. To educate the UMBC student body, beginning in their first year, about the importance and impact of private support for the university.
Engage. To engage students in a meaningful way, empowering them to become student leaders who strive to make a difference on campus through philanthropy and engagement and serve as ambassadors and advocates for the university.
Excite. To excite students about their experiences as undergraduate students and to look forward to becoming alumni so they continue to strengthen their lifelong connection with UMBC.
By joining the Pack, you help expand what philanthropy looks like at UMBC and ensure the Retriever experience stays bold, inclusive, and strong for every student who follows.
One Pack. Endless Impact.