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Heltons
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) has received its first gift
through a new investment trust that allows donors to gain tax benefits and
income when
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The LeRoi Moore Fund Extends a Jazz Musician's Legacy
LeRoi Holloway Moore was a uniquely talented individual, a jazz musician and composer who played flute, clarinet and, most notably, the saxophone...
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The Dallas and Yvonne Simmons Story
Eight NCCU alumni have risen to the very top of higher education administration as president or chancellor of a university.
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Richard Miller Leaves Largest Single Alumni Gift to University
ALUMNUS RICHARD ALLEN MILLER passed away in 2013 and left a bequest of more than $351,000 for an endowed scholarship in the NCCU Athletics Department.
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Leaving Behind a Legacy
Dr. Michel Bourgeois-Gavardin was not a graduate of NCCU, but he knew that the university was near and dear to the heart of his close friend and...
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For Lt. Col. Allens, It's About Giving Back
Lt. Col. Elmontenal Allens, '79, is a senior medical advisor at the Consequence Management Unit in Abingdon, Md...
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Dr. Tiffany Ricks Blakeney Finds Piece of Mind in Giving Back
Dr. Tiffany Ricks Blakeney '91 has always given to the university but she was looking for a...
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Sampson Helps Students Tackle the Odds
Dr. Myrtle B. Sampson, '51, knows what it is like to have to put your dreams on hold. When she and her twin sister...
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Influencing The Future: A Planned Gift to Education
A year after the loss of his wife Marye in 2002, Collin Scott '50 created the Collin B. and...
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A Lasting Gift to Encourage Women to Study Math
Chantal M. Shafroth taught at NCCU for 27 years. Born in Paris, France, in 1930, she earned a degree in optical...
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A Legacy of Lives Well Lived
We have all heard the saying "Have your cake and eat it too." It's something we say when we can have more than one...
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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
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 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 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.
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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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