Harvard College Alumni
Donors and Their Gifts
Many alumni have found gift planning to be a thoughtful way to make a significant gift to Harvard while addressing personal financial needs. Here are some of their stories:
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May 20, 2020
Planning for Retirement
Moitri Chowdhury Savard ’93 plans for retirement through a Harvard deferred charitable gift annuity (DGA). For Savard, it’s a practical decision to support her family and another way to give back to an interest close to her heart: public service. Read More
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May 20, 2020
Carrying the Flag for Harvard
Bill '60 and Carole Markus established a bequest to the Faculty of Arts and Sciences early on in their marriage, which is going on 57½ years. They like knowing that their planned bequest, which is largely unrestricted, will complement gifts they’ve made for House Renewal and financial aid in honor of Bill’s reunions. Read More
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Aug 24, 2019
Head and Heart for Harvard
Ed Stolper ’74, PhD ’79 established a Harvard charitable remainder unitrust because he wants to make a lasting contribution for the good of Harvard. Read More
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Aug 23, 2019
Personal Philanthropy
Walking into Harvard’s Financial Aid Office changed her life, says Angela Sun ’96, JD ’01. Read More
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Mar 12, 2019
Keeping Standards High at Harvard
Peter Lewy ’60 has made a series of charitable gift annuities to ensure Harvard’s continued excellence. Read More
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Mar 5, 2019
Being a Force for Good
John G. Palfrey Jr. ’94 believes that giving back is essential to a good life. Read More