Lois Butler '52
"The deduction is sizable and the interest is great. For me it was a —no brainer!'"
Meet Our Donors
Barbara Hill Charcour '63
"I was looking for decent income from an investment; a charitable gift annuity through Vassar gave me everything I needed."
Paul Devine '91
"Vassar made such a positive impact on my life, I hope to help other students through my planned gift."
Joan Ferguson Ellis '51
"My Vassar experience seeded so much of what I value, I wanted to contribute more to the college than I could afford in an outright gift; the charitable gift annuity allowed me to do that."
Mary Watson Fisher '87
"I look back on my time at Vassar with fond memories, so I wanted to provide the same experience for future students."
Fritz Friedman '74
"We wanted to leave a legacy that would continue long after we are gone…Vassar could not have made it easier!"
Mary Kay Hall Horner '62
"I included Vassar in my estate plan because I truly believe that all I've been able to do in my career and life have been possible because of my outstanding education."
Kathleen Teyler Jarrett '73
"Everyone who wants to study at Vassar should be able to. My gift can help ensure that future."
Joanne Brecher Kay '66
"A gift to Vassar can diversify your retirement portfolio—it's truly the gift that keeps on giving."
Jeannie Powers Mann '63
"I realized what an incredible education I got at Vassar and how fortunate I was to have gone there…If it wasn't for Vassar, I wouldn't be where I am today."
Betsy McKenny '72
"Using my retirement accounts to make my future gift to Vassar appeals to me because, as an estate planner, I understood the tax advantages of doing so."
Susan Paige Morrison '58
"I made a charitable gift annuity to remember my dear aunt and mother, from whom's support allowed me to succeed at Vassar."
Jane Thompson Mudd '63
"I have included Vassar in my estate plans because I wish to thank Vassar for four wonderful years of expanding my mind."
Nancy Dehne Myers '61
"An education from Vassar allowed me the opportunity to do what I love. So an annuity seemed like a great way to pay it forward."
Bonita Ann Palmer '71, MD, MFT, DASD, MDIV
"My time at Vassar gave me the confidence to follow my dreams. Thus, I named the College in my will so that others may be inspired to do the same."
Nancy Riegel '57
"Vassar provided me with the freedom to grow and better understand myself. That's why I'm proud to include Vassar in my estate plans."
Jane Rubens '67
"In a time when pensions are no longer being offered, charitable gift annuities are quite practical…an excellent way for those of us who are comfortable, but not truly wealthy, to give back to institutions we care about."
Dr. Nancy Sahli '67
"Vassar College opened a lot of doors for me, so I have both a desire and a responsibility to enable current and future students to share in a similar experience."
Danelle Sinonelli '76
"I want my assets to continue to support the causes closest to my heart after I'm gone…(ensuring) every student to have the same opportunity for a top-quality education that financial aid allowed me to have at Vassar."
Susan Babson Young '61
"I am hoping that my estate planning will be a lifetime gift of enjoyment for someone else."
Contact Us
Planning your estate and legacy for future generations, including your charitable interests, takes careful evaluation. Consulting with the appropriate professionals can assist you.
Jeremy Goldberg, Assistant Director of Estate Gift Planning
jeremygoldberg@vassar.edu
845-437-5429
