Donor Stories

Lasting Legacies
Mark & Vicki Hargens
"Colleges and universities have many more challenges today than they used to have, and one of them is financial as states have begun to back away from funding at the level universities previously enjoyed...
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NELSON GIVING BACK TO HONOR PARENTS, SUPPORT FUTURE DENTISTS
Jim Nelson has, for decades now, contributed to the Fred C. and Grace E. Nelson Scholarship at Northwest Missouri State University to honor his parents' legacy and assist students with...
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Piverals establish scholarship to support aspiring teachers
Northwest Missouri State University alumni Don and Dr. Joyce Piveral want to pay it forward to the students who will benefit others through education...
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Petersons give back to Northwest in support of future students
Giving back to organizations and causes that have deeply impacted their lives has long been a mission of Dan and Martha Peterson. Understanding the powerful effect of a college education...
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Alumna's trust yields large gift for scholarship support
Before dying in the spring of 2014 at the age of 93, Dr. Beulah Wilkinson Summers established an endowed scholarship bequest in her living trust for the purpose of assisting...
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Nicholson honoring grandfather in career, by giving to Northwest
Thinking back to growing up about 30 miles east of the Northwest Missouri State University campus in Grant City, Missouri, Jennifer Dawson Nicholson can hardly think of a time...
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Couple gives back to Northwest through charitable gift annuity
With her husband's 90th birthday fast approaching, Helen Boyersmith Davis, wanted to do something special for him. Her thoughts turned to Northwest...
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Alumni show appreciation for Northwest with gift to assist students
John and Kris Teale have benefitted for decades from the opportunities provided at Northwest Missouri State University and its mission to help students succeed...
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Dave '80, '85 and Carole Patterson
'80 Gieseke
Northwest's student publications are very special to us. We met our freshman year working for the Northwest Missourian, and we later worked together...
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Blended gift honors legacy of
alumnae's families
In 2007, Sharelle Smith Leick (attd. '61-'64) and her husband, George, moved from Seattle, Wash., to her family farm in northwest Missouri and built a home for their retirement...
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Lifelong servant's will endows
ag scholarship
Dean Gingrich lived his life to serve, and, despite his death, his legacy continues to serve others.
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Charitable Gift Annuities will fund future scholarships
"LaVon and I have the satisfaction of knowing we are helping young people attend college someday when our contributions become scholarship funds. I would rather give to Northwest...
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Lindsey keeps a promise to create a lasting legacy for late husband
"When my late husband, Herman, and I discussed our estate plans, he wanted to help students get a college education at Northwest where he and his siblings had attended by providing a scholarship...
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Blended gift honors a
family's legacy
The impact of Northwest on my family is impossible to put into words. However, the success of the many students who have received the Burton L. Richey Memorial...
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Albertinis pay it forward to assist future generations of Bearcats
"When we first came to Northwest, we were certain that we wanted to stay. Almost 40 years later, we are still here. Northwest and Maryville became our...
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Hazelton uses charitable gift annuity to help students succeed
"Giving back to Northwest means a lot to me. It is a special place, and I know that I am helping both current and future students succeed."
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Beesons use life insurance to assist future teachers
"Ann and I have known teachers from our high school and college days who made lasting positive impressions on our lives. We want to honor these relationships and our interest in Northwest...
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Couple gives back to Northwest through life insurance
"Susie and I have a great desire to give back to Northwest because of how much we've gained from our experiences with the University. I particularly recognize that the connections...
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Alumnus giving back with gratitude for broadcast experience
After a 35-year career that took him from journalism and broadcasting to marketing and communication, Steve Carpenter is grateful for the...
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Gift Examples

Using a Beneficiary Designation to Make a Gift to Charity
Joanne and her late husband Hal had been longtime supporters of our organization. Recently, Joanne's children encouraged...
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Bequests
Joe and Anna have been faithful supporters of our organization. They believe it is important to help further our mission.
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Fixed Income for Retirement
After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small town, Patricia is ready to retire.
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Tax-Free Sale
Howard and Lynn were both age 55 when they purchased some vacant land a few miles outside of town. They thought real estate would be a good investment that could be sold later for a profit.
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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 and built a sizable portfolio.
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Peace of Mind Gift Annuity
Many years ago, Clara bought a home. Since she was very pleased with her home, she bought stock in the company that built the home.
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Endowment Gift
Pat and Shelly were recently married. They both had been dedicated volunteers at their favorite charity for many years.
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Sale and Unitrust
Gene and Carol purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. The company has done well.
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The Retirement Unitrust
Mary grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she and her husband Bill inherited the farm.
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Property Turns Into Income
Miranda lived in the family home where she and her spouse had raised their three children. After her spouse passed away, Miranda found it increasingly difficult to care for her property.
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Flexible Deferred Gift Annuity
Luis 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 in value.
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Part Gift and Part Sale
Susan and Kevin bought a vacant lot along Lake Michigan many years ago. They had planned to build a second home so that their family could spend their summers along the lake.
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Gift of a Bank Account When No Longer Needed (POD)
Keith has been a faithful supporter of Northwest Missouri State University and makes regular gifts to support our work.
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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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Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
Harold and Jeanne married after meeting at an event Northwest Foundation held for our donors. They wanted to leave a legacy gift...
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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.
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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 favorite charity.
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Gift Annuity for Real Estate
Jonathan purchased his home many years ago for $80,000. The home is now worth $420,000. Jonathan wants to sell his home and buy a condo for $130,000.
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What Will You Do with Your Unspent Retirement Savings?
Michael and Kelly were retired engineers with two adult children. They owned a home, some stocks, and IRAs.
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A Bequest to Save Taxes
Thomas was a widower who had a great love for Northwest Missouri State University. As an individual who had directly benefited from our work, Thomas wanted to thank us with a gift from his estate.
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Leading for the Future
Luke and Cynthia 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 her favorite charity's website, June came across the idea of a give it twice trust. She contacted the charity for more information.
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Providing for Our Children's Future
Ron and Kathy worked for many years building their nest egg for retirement.
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Bequest of Insurance
Marla and Wayne purchased a life insurance policy many years ago to create security for their children's future.
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Testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust: Have Your Cake and Eat it Too!
We have all heard the saying "You can't have your cake and eat it too." This phrase describes a situation where we want two good things at the same time when that isn't possible.
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