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About the ACS

Dedicated to Making an Impact

Andrew Carnegie Society (ACS) members provide vital support to the university by contributing $1,000 or more to Carnegie Mellon during a fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). The total amount includes contributions and any matching gifts.

All members receive special access to programs and events, a subscription to the ACS newsletter (The News), and a listing in the Annual Donor Report. Donors of $2,500 or more are invited to attend the ACS annual dinner.

Vision

The Andrew Carnegie Society aspires to be a leading group of alumni and friends helping to provide the resources that enable Carnegie Mellon to be a university of the first rank.

Mission

The Andrew Carnegie Society is a group of dedicated alumni, parents, friends, faculty and staff who:

  • Strive to recognize and honor Andrew Carnegie
  • Work to encourage and inspire other alumni and friends to follow the high standards of philanthropy established by Andrew Carnegie
  • Promote the interest and participation of alumni and friends in the affairs of the university.

Values

  • Quality in higher education and academic research
  • Quality in the Society’s programs and activities
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Growth of the Society’s membership
  • Andrew Carnegie’s motto: My heart is in the work.