Why I Give

Gifts of all sizes make an impact. These donors share why they answered The Call to Lead.

“I give to honor the memories of those who lifted me up and gave me the tools to succeed in my endeavors.”

Matthew Putnam ’74 MED’77

“I give to show my appreciation for the foundational life experience that Dartmouth gave me.”

Paul Elmlinger ’80

“My ‘Dartmouth experience’ has influenced me positively all of my life since then. I am grateful for the education, confidence, and, equally important, friendships.”

Carol Gieg ’79

“College should be affordable to all students, and I have a particular interest in assuring that Native American students are able to attend—I think the College's commitment is something to be proud of and should be enhanced.”

Joshua Greenberg ’86

“The Dartmouth experience and the incredible friends I made while there helped me find my voice. I am filled with gratitude.”

Lindsay MacIndoe ’01

“I give to support the mission of education in a true sense of universal learning.”

Amy L. Ladd ’80

“Some of my fondest memories and many of my dearest friends are from my time at Dartmouth, for which I am forever grateful. It has also been fun for me to accompany my daughter through her years as a Dartmouth student.”

Judith Osher ’78

“I gave in memory of a dear friend, classmate, and leader, Kathy Marshall, who tragically left us all too early. She was a leader while at Dartmouth and an inspiration to many of us. We will all deeply miss her.”

Julie Levenson ’84

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