Given the premise, is the hypothesis maintaining a neutral stance? Premise: I might add that a gift of $400 qualifies you for recognition in the School of Liberal Arts Dean's Council, a critical group of supporters whose generosity does a lot to advance the calibre of the School. Hypothesis: You will be qualified for recognition after gifting $400. 
I might add that a gift of $400 qualifies you for recognition in the School of Liberal Arts Dean's Council, a critical group of supporters whose generosity does a lot to advance the calibre of the School.###You will be qualified for recognition after gifting $400. 