Gift Planning
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Harold Gersh discovered a hidden passion for classical music while a student at UMKC, and now he's giving other students the opportunity to enrich their lives through a UMKC education.
Harold Gersh credits UMKC for some of his most rewarding life experiences. "Without its support I wouldn't have been able to enjoy such a full life," he says.
Harold was required to take a music appreciation course as a UMKC undergraduate. If the decision were left to him, he might have skipped it. "Because I was exposed to classical music at UMKC, I discovered a passion for it," Harold says. "To this day, I listen to it frequently and serve as a volunteer usher at the Kansas City Symphony."
Education Is the Key
Harold believes education is the key to a satisfying life. After completing his master's at UMKC, he spent 38 years as a teacher and guidance counselor, always encouraging his students to expand their horizons. "It was important to me that they learn, just as I did, how subjects outside their chosen field can lead to personal enrichment."
Harold continues to find ways to inspire students. He recently made an estate gift commitment of $500,000 to fund scholarships for secondary education students in the UMKC School of Education. "The education I received at UMKC greatly contributed to my ability to lead a fulfilling life," he says. "I believe in living modestly, and I'm excited that my lifestyle has enabled me to create a scholarship fund for future generations of educators."
Through his scholarship commitment, Harold hopes to help make a UMKC education accessible to all students. "I want to help open doors to students with financial need."
Visit www.umkcfoundation.org/giftplanning to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of UMKC students through your estate.
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The information in this publication is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice, please consult an attorney. Figures cited in examples are for hypothetical purposes only and are subject to change. References to estate and income tax include federal taxes only. Individual state taxes and/or state law may impact your results.
