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Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization and others.
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Benefits of Planned Giving
Janice Kurth, M.D., Ph.D. and Matthias Kurth, M.D., Ph.D. are champions for MiraCosta College students. Believing in the...
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The Promise of a Gift
Dave and Linda Quinby
know that education changes lives. Their philanthropy at MiraCosta puts
that knowledge into action and resulted...
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An Enduring Legacy
Pat Rudolph, or "Mother Cardiff" as she was known, was an extraordinary woman, community activist, and leader.
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A Bequest Enables A Dream to Live On
It is all too easy think back on unrealized hopes or dreams tinged with regret. There are many stories that start like Jean Tweedie's, a young person...
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A Life’s Story Written with Good Works
Her life story could be a best seller. But instead of writing a book, this
former German countess, nurse, helicopter pilot, prisoner of war,
humanitarian, and philanthropist...
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Gift Annuities Last a Lifetime
"She was such a dear person to us," shares theatre faculty Eric Bishop. By
the time she passed away in January at age 95, Maria Grant's character and
generosity had been sewn into...
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Former Community College Student Gives Back
For June and Knox Williams, long-time Carlsbad residents and community leaders, establishing a charitable gift annuity with MiraCosta College...
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A Lasting Legacy on the Arts
Rita Koor recently joined MiraCosta College's pursuit to providing affordable higher education, by placing the college in her estate plan.
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Alumni Giving
Marian attended Oceanside-Carlsbad Junior College (O-CJC) the precursor
campus to MiraCosta College. From O-CJC, Marian transferred to San Diego
State University and later...
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Seeding the Future
Claire Ehrlinger, MiraCosta College Horticulture Faculty, and her husband Dave have always been philanthropic at heart. Having a worked for non-profits, they understand...
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Medical Doctor and Musician Making Memories for MiraCosta Students
People spend a lifetime making memories. Dr. Jay Huff has spent a career
helping people keep them. As a clinical neurologist, researcher and biotechnology executive, Dr. Huff...
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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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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 spouse had raised their children. After her spouse passed, Miranda found it increasingly difficult to care for her home.
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Flexible 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 Sale
Susan and Kevin 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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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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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 favorite 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
Joe and Kathy worked for years building their nest egg for retirement. They also want to provide for their children.
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Fixed Income for Retirement
After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small rural town, Patricia was ready to retire.
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Tax-Free Sale
Howard and Lynn were age 55 when they purchased some land outside of town, and they thought it would be a good investment that they could later sell.
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