TXST Life Membership
Once you contribute $1,000 or more cumulatively to the Alumni Association, you become a Forever Bobcat Life Member.
Annual dues and past gifts to any Alumni Association fund apply toward your $1,000 total. Every gift makes a difference!
Contribute at your own pace—monthly, quarterly, annually, or in a one-time gift. We have a few options outlined below.
All Texas State graduates are automatically considered Alumni Association members.
Granted upon reaching $1,000 in cumulative giving. Includes a one-of-a-kind Forever Bobcats welcome kit, exclusive alumni communications and recognition, and lifetime acknowledgment.
Life Members are the heart of our Association, funding scholarships and alumni programs that make a lasting impact. We’re committed to celebrating our life members and offering meaningful opportunities for more alumni to take the next step in becoming a Forever Bobcat Life Member.
| Giving Option | Minimum Gift | How it Works |
|---|---|---|
Giving Option 3 Years | Minimum Gift $30/month | How it Works Recurring gift until you reach $1,000 |
Giving Option 1 Year | Minimum Gift $85/month | How it Works Recurring gift until you reach $1,000 |
Giving Option One-Time Gift | Minimum Gift $1,000 | How it Works Make your full gift now! |
Select the giving option that works best for you. If you would prefer to make a single payment, use the One-Time Gift option. Forever Bobcats who wish to continue making an impact can use either the One-Time or Recurring gift options. All contributions go directly to supporting Alumni Association programs and student initiatives.
After selecting a giving option button below, you'll be taken to our Forever Bobcat membership form where you'll be asked to enter your payment amount. You may enter any amount equal to or more than the giving option. The higher the amount, the faster you'll reach Life Member status!
Reach Life Member status in 3 years!
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Reach Life Member status TODAY!
We've made it more accessible for our recent alumni, or those that have graduated from Texas State within the last five years, to become a Forever Bobcat. Choose from the following options to become a Life Member at a discounted rate!
Reach Life Member status in 3 years!
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Your investment in my education brings this dream a tangible step closer, and I am incredibly grateful for your belief in my aspirations. I'm thrilled to utilize my remaining years at Texas State to its fullest, immersing myself in academic pursuits, extracurricular activities, and service opportunities. With the support of the Alumni Association, I am confident I can graduate well-prepared to make a positive impact on the world.
When you reach Life Member status, we'll send you a custom welcome kit filled with Bobcat pride! It includes:
These items are a surprise and created exclusively for Forever Bobcats. They cannot be purchased anywhere else.
Becoming a Forever Bobcat is simple, meaningful, and built to honor the ways you’ve already supported Texas State. Here’s everything you need to know about joining this proud tradition.
Forever Bobcats is the next generation of Life Membership at Texas State, a lasting way to show your Bobcat pride, deepen your connection, and celebrate your support over time. It honors your ongoing commitment by recognizing past contributions and welcoming you into a distinguished community of dedicated Bobcats.
Forever Bobcats builds on our long-standing Life Membership tradition, but with a more inclusive and flexible approach. If you’ve previously paid annual dues or supported the Alumni Association through qualifying gifts, your past contributions may now count toward your Forever Bobcat status.
In 2019, the Alumni Association Board of Directors voted to amend the official bylaws, making every graduate of Texas State University an official member of the Alumni Association. At that time, the Life Member program transitioned to the Forever Bobcat Life Member program to recognize long-term loyalty and pride in the university. Now, in 2025, we’re building on that vision by making Forever Bobcat status even more accessible. By honoring cumulative giving and creating more flexible pathways to contribute, we’re inviting more alumni and friends to make a lasting impact on Texas State.
Anyone who supports Texas State and shares a passion for building a vibrant alumni network. Alumni, friends, parents, and faculty/staff can become a Forever Bobcat.
You can become a Forever Bobcat with a one-time contribution or by reaching a cumulative giving threshold over time. Past support, including annual dues and eligible gifts, may count toward your total.
Absolutely. Use the tribute gift option on the giving form to make a gift in honor or memory of a Bobcat.
Gifts that count include contributions to the Alumni Association Priority Fund, the Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship, the Alumni Ring Scholarship, and the tax-deductible portion of select event registrations or sponsorships, such as the Distinguished Alumni Gala.
Yes! All past dues or gifts to the Alumni Association count toward your $1,000 total.
We’re happy to help! To check your cumulative giving toward Forever Bobcat status, just give us a call at 512.245.2371 or email us at alumni@txstate.edu. Our team can walk you through your giving history and let you know how close you are to becoming a Forever Bobcat.
Generally, yes. All qualifying contributions to the Forever Bobcat program are tax-deductible and directly support student scholarships, alumni programming, and signature university traditions. Occasionally, we may offer exclusive pride items or commemorative gifts as part of a special campaign or giving level. In those cases, the fair market value of the item may reduce the tax-deductible portion of your contribution. Any such adjustments will be clearly communicated at the time of your gift.
Forever Bobcats are recognized with permanent status in our alumni community and receive commemorative materials to mark their commitment. While recognition items and communications may evolve, the core value is in your lasting impact and connection to Texas State.
If you joined under a previous Life Membership model, you’re already a Forever Bobcat. No action is needed. Your status is secure, and we’re grateful for your continued commitment.
Forever Bobcat contributions help ensure the long-term strength of the Texas State Alumni Association. Over the years, support from Life Members has helped build a permanent reserve that sustains alumni programs, scholarships, and engagement efforts. In this way, becoming a Forever Bobcat is a gift that keeps on giving. Your commitment supports Bobcats now and for generations to come.
This esteemed honor not only provides financial support but also symbolizes a connection to a community of individuals who have walked similar paths and embraced the values of our alma mater. My mother, the woman who paved the way before me, imbues me with admiration. Her graduation from Texas State University is not just a testament to her perseverance and dedication, but a source of inspiration that fuels my own aspirations and ambitions.
