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Stock Donation Made 50 Years Ago Supported Building of Saint Mary's Library That Benefits Students Today
Learn how one committed donor made a difference in the history of Saint Mary's with this tax-smart strategy. More
How Gifts Transform and Expand the Work of Saint Mary's
Do you wonder if your planned gift will make a difference? The estate gifts Saint Mary's receives absolutely matter! Gifts set up years ago have made possible the fulfillment of our mission today. More
Making the Dream of College Possible for Others: Michael M. Feeney '64
What if Michael Feeney never got the opportunity to attend Saint Mary's? Without a scholarship, he knows his life would be completely different. Learn how he wants to help students today and in the future. More
Alum's Gift Honors Friend and SMU
Brian McGoldrick '81 is a longtime supporter of Saint Mary's. His generosity began with the tragic death of his college roommate and will continue even after his lifetime, thanks to a gift in his estate plan. More
Philanthropy and Young Alumni
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is blessed with young alumni who are choosing, early in their adult lives, to make Saint Mary's a philanthropic priority. More
Chuck '66 and Kathie Joseph Leave a Legacy Others Can Follow
A charitable remainder unitrust provides the means for Chuck and Kathie Joseph to give back to Saint Mary's University. This legacy gift, however, also offers valuable benefits to them. More
Duane and Evelyn Rivard—Proud Saint Mary's Parents
For years, Duane and Evelyn Rivard watched their daughters grow, mature and revel in the opportunities Saint Mary's University offered them. Hoping to extend similar opportunities to other students and also help the University itself grow, the Rivards have found a practical way to make a long-lasting difference. More
A Saint Mary's Story To Remember
Saint Mary's University is a special place for Michael L. Flynn '74 M '96—in the early 1970s, he met his first wife, Sue, he obtained a degree interrupted by military service, and, at the College of Saint Teresa, Sue inspired students to attend the college. Saint Mary's is also where, after Sue's death in 2003, Mike and his wife Mary have chosen to honor her memory. More
Philanthropy and Young Alumni
Bucking the trend in philanthropy where donors tend to be in their retirement years, some young SMU graduates are already giving back to the university in small, financially manageable amounts. More
Making a Valuable Education Affordable for Saint Mary’s Students
Dick '63 and Jan Deitering believe in the value of a Saint Mary's University education and are giving back by designating the university as a beneficiary of Dick's retirement plan. More
Real Life: How a Little Planning Can Go a Long Way
Joseph Page is the perfect example of the major impact that can be made with a little forethought and a big heart. More
How One Couple Gives Back to Saint Mary's
Paul and Elaine Drack wanted to support the mission of Saint Mary's. So they chose to create a charitable gift annuity, which gives them something in return for their generosity. Read more to learn how a charitable gift annuity works and why they give back to Saint Marys. More
A Contribution of Lasting Value
Renée Garpestad '81, D'03 knows what a difference a great education can make in a person's life. Through her gifts, she is helping to ensure that Saint Mary's is around for future generations so they can benefit from the school just as she did. More
Douglas W. Johnson '63
Douglas W. Johnson '63 is a man of conviction and has determined to lead by example. More
Pat and Jerry Papenfuss '62
Pat and Jerry Papenfuss '62, owners of the Result Radio Group, have donated $50,000 for an endowed scholarship in their name, designated for students with financial need. More
Lending a Helping Hand Where It's Needed Most
Terry E. (Malloy) Chism '71 and her husband Charles R. Chism, Jr. have established an endowed scholarship that will be funded with gifts from their estates. Terry was one of the first women to attend Saint Mary's University when the school went co-ed in 1969, after attending a community college in Rochester. More
Gift of Life Insurance Furthers SMU's Lasallian Mission
Throughout his senior year at Saint Mary's, Alan M. Guanella '09 knew that he definitely wanted to give something substantial back to the place that has meant so much to him. The solution for Alan was a whole life insurance policy naming Saint Mary's University as the beneficiary. More
