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Donor Stories

Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization and others.

  • Pam HansonPam Hanson
    Pam Hanson was someone you couldn't forget. Her buoyant optimism touched everyone in her orbit. She made a difference not only through her...
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  • Darwin BoeltsDarwin Boelts
    Darwin Boelts never doubted his decision to become a firefighter. It was his passion, which led him to encourage others to consider it.
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  • Joyce LanglasJoyce Langlas
    As a single parent of three teenagers, Joyce began her college career in the fall of 1976, commuting 80 miles daily, round trip...
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  • The Statler familyThe Statler family
    CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Kirkwood Community College dedicated the Statler Agricultural Sciences Center at...
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  • Kirkwood Receives Estimated 1.1 MillionKirkwood Receives Estimated 1.1 Million
    Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Jan. 11, 2016)-Kirkwood Community College has received a gift of 80 acres of farmland from prominent Iowa farmer John Harder.
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  • The Dunn Family VisionThe Dunn Family Vision
    Dunn family donates land for Kirkwood Washington Regional Center.
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  • Making a differenceMaking a difference
    Sandy Frederick scholarship continues her outreach.
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  • The Gift of AffirmationThe Gift of Affirmation
    When asked how he got involved in so many local endeavors, Gary Rozek answers simply, "I said yes."
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  • A Major Gift with Lasting ResultsA Major Gift with Lasting Results
    Tippies make $1 million gift to Kirkwood, establish endowed business scholarships fund.
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Gift Examples

  • LuckyLucky
    My name is Lucky and I am a loving, soulful and gregarious dog. I was living in a shelter when a kind lady named Charlotte Wilson rescued me.
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  • Mary HuffmanMary Huffman
    New scholarship in her name tops 42 years of giving.
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  • BequestsBequests
    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 RetirementFixed 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 SaleTax-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 BypassedCapital 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 AnnuityPeace 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 GiftEndowment 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 UnitrustSale 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 UnitrustThe 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 IncomeProperty 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 AnnuityFlexible Deferred Gift Annuity
    Lewis 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.
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  • Part Gift and Part SalePart 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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  • Current GiftsCurrent 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 WorkA 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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  • Deferred Gift AnnuityDeferred Gift Annuity
    Several years ago, Larry and Allison invested $30,000 in what they believed to be an attractive stock.
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  • What Will You Do with Your Unspent Retirement<br/>Savings?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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  • Gift Annuity for Real EstateGift 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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  • A Bequest to Save TaxesA 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, Thomas wanted to thank us with a gift from his estate.
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  • Leading for the FutureLeading 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 TrustGive 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 Providing for Our Children's Future
    Ron and Kathy worked for many years building their nest egg for retirement.
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