Donor Stories

Legacy at Work
Harry Wise (57H) had a strong belief in Berry's student work program and a willingness to contribute to its success in the future.
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No Time Like the Present
John Hall (09C) understands the importance of a helping hand. Confined to a wheelchair since a 2003 high school cheerleading accident...
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Charitable Gift Annuity Guarantees Opportunity for Students
When Betty Jane Taylor started looking for a unique way to honor her husband, a Berry College scholarship seemed the natural choice.
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Lighting the Lamp of Education
In a career spanning more than 40 years, West excelled as a teacher in Georgia and Florida, winning Teacher of the Year honors in the Sunshine State.
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Dr. John R. Bertrand's Gift Helps Students
Even long after he retired, Berry College students had a special place in Dr. John R. Bertrand's heart, and he chose to show it in the most meaningful way possible.
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Widow Boosts Income and Helps Honor Late Husband
Virginia George has achieved two goals with one savvy investment decision: by establishing a charitable gift annuity at Berry, she has boosted her rate of return and has honored her late husband's memory in a way that would please him most.
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Honoring Dr. Mac
Berry's first physics professor, Dr. Lawrence E. McAllister, had a gift for encouraging his students to reach for the stars.
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Alumnus' Gift Adds to Retirement Income
J. Donald Jones (50A, 55C) chose an amazing birthday gift for his alma mater - a pledge of $100,000 to commemorate Berry's first 100 years.
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Work Week Regulars Use Stock to Fund 50th Reunion Gift
After a decade of helping maintain and restore pieces of Berry's past as Work Week "regulars," Charlie (56H) and Sue King found a fitting way to commemorate Charlie's 50th high school reunion.
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Donors Learn the Benefits of Giving Now and in the Future
Dr. Leann Yoda Blackburn (91C) and her husband, Ian, never dreamed they'd be able to make a difference for Berry students in their lifetimes. Thanks to a little creative planning, however, they are able to see the benefit of their generosity and even get a charitable tax deduction.
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Family Funds Gift with Life Insurance Policy
When Don Fite (51H) returned home from Work Week last year, he had more on his mind than memories of good times spent with friends.
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Gift Examples

Fixed Income for Retirement
After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small rural town, Patricia was ready to retire.
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Capital Gains Tax Bypassed
Peter and Gail were nearing retirement. Over the years, with the help of their financial advisor, they made solid investments in securities.
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Sale and Unitrust
Gene and Carol purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. Now, Gene and Carol are looking for a way to save taxes.
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The Retirement Unitrust
Mary grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she inherited the farm. Now, several developers would like to build homes on the farmland.
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Flexible Deferred Gift Annuity
Lewis is a 54-year-old executive at a large healthcare company. He purchased company stock during years when the stock price was low, and now the stock has grown substantially.
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Part Gift and Part Sale
Susan and Kevin bought their first home many years ago. They had planned to build a second home so that their children could spend their summers along the lake.
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Deferred Gift Annuity
Several years ago Larry and Allison invested $30,000 in what they believed to be an attractive stock. It turned out to be a very wise decision.
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Gift Annuity for Real Estate
Jonathan purchased a home many years ago for $80,000. The home has appreciated substantially over the years and is now worth $420,000.
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Leading for the Future
Luke and Candice spent many years volunteering and supporting their favorite charity. They wanted to give back in a way that would help fulfill its mission.
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Give it Twice Trust
While visiting the Wills Planner on her favorite charity's website, June, a surviving spouse, came across the idea of a Give it Twice Trust.
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Providing for Our Children's Future
Joe and Kathy worked for years building their nest egg for retirement. They also want to provide for their children.
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