Levels of Support
In consideration of their generosity, the American Horticultural Society is pleased to offer President’s Council members a range of opportunities for recognition and involvement.
Join the President’s Council or renew your lapsed membership now!
If you would like to speak to someone during business hours about membership in the President’s Council, please call our Development Department at (703) 768-5700 ext. 144, or send an email inquiry to development@ahsgardening.org.
Annual Trip for President’s Council members
Join AHS President & CEO Suzanne Laporte for an enchanting horticultural journey through the most iconic and breathtaking landscapes of the Hudson Valley and the Berkshires from May 26-30, 2024. Highlights include Olana State Historic Site, the Beatrix Farrand Garden, The Mount, Naumkeag, Bunny Williams’ garden, Lyndhurst Mansion, and Innisfree Garden. Participants will stay at the Mirbeau Inn & Spa Rhinebeck, reminiscent of an old-world chic Parisian Hotel while offering modern convenience and contemporary comforts. Located in a bucolic setting on the edge of the quaint town of Rhinebeck, it is an ideal base for exploring the Hudson Valley.
President’s Council Membership Benefits
President’s Council members receive full AHS membership benefits for one year.
In addition, the following benefits are exclusive to Council members on an annual basis:
- Recognition in The American Gardener
- Invitation to travel with the AHS President on the annual President’s Council tour of a U.S. garden region
- Invitations to the AHS Annual Gala
- Special invitations to select River Farm events
- Free copy of the AHS Reciprocal Admissions Program Guide
- Special Council membership card
The AHS is pleased to offer President’s Council members additional benefits, recognition, and involvement opportunities with participation at one of five giving circle levels:
Council Member’s Circle ($1,000 – $2,499 per year)
- Two complimentary gift memberships per year
Sustainer’s Circle ($2,500 – $4,999 per year)
- A specially arranged guided tour of the Society’s River Farm headquarters with the AHS President and River Farm Horticulturist
- Two complimentary gift memberships per year
Haupt Circle ($5,000-$9,999 per year)
- Priority advance reservation opportunities for AHS Travel Study Program tours
- A specially arranged guided tour of the Society’s River Farm headquarters with the AHS President and River Farm Horticulturist
- Two complimentary gift memberships per year
Liberty Hyde Bailey Circle ($10,000-$24,999 per year)
- An autographed gardening book (a different title each year)
- Priority advance reservation opportunities for AHS Travel Study Program tours
- A specially arranged guided tour of the Society’s River Farm headquarters with the AHS President and River Farm Horticulturist
- Two complimentary gift memberships per year
Founder’s Circle ($25,000 or more per year)
- An autographed gardening book (a different title each year)
- Priority advance reservation opportunities for AHS Travel Study Program tours
- A specially arranged guided tour of the Society’s River Farm headquarters with the AHS President and River Farm Horticulturist
- Two complimentary gift memberships per year