America Associates
Each year, America's subscription revenues cover only a portion of our publishing costs. The balance must be raised through other sources such as advertising and fund-raising appeals. Gifts to America are tax deductible since America Press Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. You can contribute online at our donations page.
The America Associates program encourages readers and friends to help by contributing unrestricted gifts to help meet the day-to-day operating costs involved in producing a high quality Catholic magazine. This support helps us attract the best writers, develop the magazine's graphic presentation, expand our presence on the Web and extend our influence among thoughtful Catholics.
With your help, we can maintain our place as the nation's foremost Catholic weekly magazine and expand our efforts to introduce America to young Catholics eager to experience the rich dialogue and debate America has to offer.
We urge you to consider membership in one of the following five donor categories.
Thurston Davis Associates
A contribution of $1,000 or more
Thurston Davis, S.J., was the widely respected editor of America from 1955 to 1968. It was under Father Davis's leadership that the fruits of Vatican II were brought to the readers of America.
In recognition of their crucial support of America, the Thurston Davis Associates will receive:
• A classically designed umbrella showcasing the America logo. • An autographed copy of James Martin's Awake My Soul. • A complimentary gift subscription to America for a friend or colleague. • An America subscription extension.
John LaFarge Associates
A contribution of $750 or more
A revered senior editor and one-time editor in chief, John LaFarge, S.J., made an enormous contribution to America as an insightful journalist, a pioneering social activist and generous and sensitive Jesuit priest.
In recognition of the John LaFarge Associates' essential role, each LaFarge Associate will receive:
• A classically designed umbrella showcasing the America logo. • An autographed copy of James Martin's Awake My Soul OR a complimentary gift subscription to America for a friend or colleague. • An America subscription extension.
John Courtney Murray Associates
A contribution of $500 or more
John Courtney Murray, S.J., the distinguished American theologian, served America as associate editor and frequent contributor. In America, Father Murray shared with us his historic work on the relationship between church and state. His revealing insights helped shape the discussion of religious freedom at Vatican II.
In recognition of the Murray Associates' significant role, each Murray Associate will receive:
• A classically designed umbrella showcasing the America logo. • An autographed copy of James Martin's Awake My Soul. • An America subscription extension.
St. Edmund Campion Associates
A contribution of $300 or more
A Jesuit defender of the faith and an unusually gifted writer, St. Edmund Campion, S.J., was a 16th-century English martyr whose life and work served as an inspiration for the proud literary tradition of the Jesuits. St. Edmund Campion is the patron of America.
In recognition of their important role, the Campion Associates will receive: The success of America's fund-raising efforts is largely dependent on the significant contribution made by the readers and friends who comprise our general America Associates category. Each Associate is a critical link between our present and future endeavors. In recognition of their important role, each Associate will receive:
• A specially designed America umbrella.
Associates
A contribution of $150 or more
• An America subscription extension.
