ENDOWMENT DONORS
The extraordinary generosity of donors, both past and present, make it possible for HRI to develop and support research efforts aimed at invigorating and enhancing your community—for generations to come. These efforts result in advancements in pest management practices, increased mechanization/automation, and improvements in production efficiency—all of which impact your horticulture community, your business, and your legacy.
Nine endowment circles recognize endowment donors:
- Redwood Circle, $1,000,00 and above
- Emerald Circle, $500,000 and above
- Diamond Circle, $250,000 to $499,999
- Founder’s Circle (established before 1990), $100,000 to $249,999
- Platinum Circle, $100,000 to $249,999
- Gold Circle, $50,000 to $99,999
- Silver Circle, $25,000 to $49,999
- Bronze Circle, $20,000 to $24,999
- Heritage Circle, Individual Bequests
Individual, Family, & Business Named Funds
Many HRI donors wish to honor friends, loved ones, and industry associations by establishing a named endowment fund. The collective investment returns on endowed funds are awarded annually in the form of research grants or scholarships. Each fund awards a grant or multiple grants. See who they are!
National, Regional & State Association Named Funds
Many green industry associations and organizations find that HRI affords greater research opportunities by maximizing a larger endowment like HRI’s to fund industry research. By creating a fund within the HRI endowment, an organization does not have the administrative, operational, and overhead expenses typical of managing an investment portfolio. The earnings from a named fund support the named fund’s grant award each year.
Legacy Club
HRI has established a fund that allows industry members to recognize legacies. Honor children, grandchildren or that special someone through a donation of $1,000/legacy to the Legacy Club Fund.
