The Wallace Emerson Society was created in 1993 with 165 charter members to:

  • Recognize and thank friends who have made a provision for Westmont in their estate plans

  • Build the endowment in order to sustain the college's mission 

  • Engage members in the life of the college

When you become a member of the Wallace Emerson  Society, you will enjoy:

  • Annual recognition luncheon on campus

  • Invitation to the President's annual Christmas Saturday evening reception and Sunday Tea and four complimentary tickets to attend a concert of your choice. 

  • Educational materials and resources on estate and tax planning

  • The enjoyment and satisfaction of contributing to Westmont's future


We would be pleased to recognize you as a member when you remember Westmont by:

  • Naming Westmont in your will or living trust

  • Naming Westmont as a beneficiary of your IRA or other retirement plan

  • Naming Westmont as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy

  • Giving through a Westmont gift annuity

  • Creating a charitable trust and naming Westmont as a beneficiary

Planned gifts have advanced the college's mission from its founding in 1937 and continue to make a significant difference today.

Please advise us if you are considering or if you have made a financial provision for Westmont in your will or estate plan.