Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization and others.
Philip and Sherilyn Samaan
Philip and Sherilyn Samaan were thrilled to learn that they could easily begin their estate planning process by meeting with certified Planned Giving personnel right on the campus of Southern Adventist University.
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Pay It Forward Endowment Fund
After receiving some unexpected funds, Karin Covi, MD, '81 felt called to follow the words written in Galatians 6:10: "As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good."
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Retired Nurse Shares Her Legacy with Nursing Students at Southern
Louise, an Atlantic Union College nursing graduate, wanted to continue her legacy of giving after discovering that her alma mater was no longer in operation.
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Legacy Society Event Brings Students and Donors Together
More than 100 Legacy Society members, special guests, and students attended Southern's third annual Legacy Society Recognition Banquet on March 18 in the Collegedale Church fellowship hall.
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Love for Music
When Elmer and Sarah Jordan decided to share their legacy with Southern Adventist University School of Music, they had no way of knowing at the time how their generosity would impact a young musician named Ethan McGrath.
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Faith and Finance Program Shares Biblical Principles on Money Management with Southern Students
Sensing a need for better personal money management and desire to share this important information with others, Ed Reid co-authored a 12 lesson practical study guide...
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John and Edna Cowan
John Cowan and Edna Fender’s relationship blossomed from friendship to marriage after Edna, a trained nurses aide, accepted John’s request to care for his ailing mother, Jenny Cowan.
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Frances Andrews
When Frances Andrews retired from teaching journalism at Southern in 1987, she received a parting gift of $500 from her students and colleagues. Immediately, she knew what she wanted to do with the money.
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Jack and Marion Blanco
While Jack was serving as a pastor in California and Marion as office secretary, he received several calls to teach religion, which included an invitation from Southern Adventist University.
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Philip Sue
Philip Sue’s parents wanted to live where they and their three children could receive a Christian education, so they moved to Collegedale in 1952.
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Maurine Reynolds
As an only child with no children of her own, Maurine did not have any family members who attended Southern Adventist University, but through the years she generously supported students from the local church school and academy.
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Tim Bainum
Tim Bainum looks back at his degree in biology from Southern Adventist University, then called Southern Missionary College, as excellent preparation for a career in medicine.
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Ruben and Delpha Lopez
Ruben and Delpha Lopez met as students at Southern Missionary College, now known as Southern Adventist University.
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Donor's Generosity Leads Student Out of Darkness, Into Service
Travis Wichman has a bright future ahead of him. But that wasn't always the case.
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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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Peace of Mind Gift Annuity
Many years ago, Clara bought a home. Since she was so pleased with the home, she decided to buy stock in the company that built it.
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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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Property Turns Into Income
Miranda lived in the family home where she and her husband had raised their children. After her husband passed, Miranda found it increasingly difficult to care for her home.
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Part Gift and Part Sale
Sue and Jim 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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Current Gifts
As is the case with many families, there are times each year when Jim and Sharon focus their attention on gift giving.
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A Bequest to Further Good Work
Nancy and David were dedicated volunteers. Over the years, they had seen many individuals helped by the good work of their favority charity.
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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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A Bequest to Save Taxes
Thomas was a widower who had a great love for our organization. As an individual who had directly benefited from our work.
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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
Daniel and Maggie worked for years building their nest egg for retirement. They also want to provide for their children.
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