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William McKendree Society

William McKendree Society


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About the William McKendree Society


Named after Bishop William McKendree, the first American-born bishop in the Methodist Church and founder of McKendree University, the William McKendree Society is truly the heart of our fundraising efforts.

William McKendree Society LogoThe William McKendree Society honors the loyalty and generosity expressed by our dedicated supporters through annual gifts to McKendree University. Members continue a rich tradition of giving to help McKendree provide a distinctive, high quality education to outstanding students.

Members of the William McKendree Society help fulfill our mission to provide a high quality educational experience to outstanding students. The generosity of William McKendree Society members truly makes a difference at McKendree University.