The Harold C. Ripley ’29 Society was formed in 2009 to recognize alumni who have made a gift to the Dartmouth College Fund every year since graduation. Mr. Ripley was famous for his bow ties, his sense of humor, and his loyalty to Dartmouth. He gave to the Dartmouth College Fund for 83 consecutive years—from his graduation in 1929 until his death in September 2011 at the age of 104. The Class of 1968 has 87 Ripley Society members, tied with the Class of 1979 (with a base of almost 1000 graduates) for the third highest number of any class prior to 2002. Nearly 60% of all Ripley Society members are from the Classes of 2002-2016, years out from graduation being a significant factor.