Alumni and friends gathered on May 9, 2018, in Washington, D.C. for dinner and discussion on family, finance, and philanthropy.

After a spirited cocktail reception, guests were welcomed to dinner with inspiring remarks by host Elaine Kotell Binder AB ’60, followed by lively conversation among all. Anne McClintock, executive director of Harvard University Planned Giving, began the program with a presentation on charitable planning ideas, and Alasdair Halliday AB ’82, philanthropic advisor and director of principal gifts, followed by leading a discussion on family and wealth. Host Priscilla Wu Cheng AB ’93 made thought-provoking remarks to close the evening.

View photos from the event:

A special thank you to our hosts:

  • Elaine Kotell Binder AB ’60 and Richard A. Binder
  • Andre K. Cheng AB ’91 and Priscilla Wu Cheng AB ’93
  • Cheryl Opacinch Gorelick
  • Louis V. “Lou” Manzo MBA ’69
  • Albert C. Schneider Jr. AB ’67, AM ’68, MBA ’73 and Catherine L. Heron
  • T.K. Yang AB ’98

Interested in a particular photo included in the album above? Please email Ben Federlin in the University Planned Giving Office to request a copy.


If you would like to discuss gift strategies and/or wealth and family issues, please, contact the University Planned Giving team.

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