Why I Give

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

Giving back is a form of gratitude for everything Dartmouth gave me: my education, great experiences, cherished memories, and enduring friendships. To help facilitate this for others I believe is simply a way of saying thank you.

Stacy Branca '94

I was a first-generation student on substantial financial aid. By making this gift, I hope I inspire other first-generation alumnae to support women students on financial aid. It was a huge stretch for me to go to Dartmouth, a very big sacrifice that my parents made willingly, and not everybody has that opportunity.

Trudy M. Muller ’96

I gave this year, for the first time ever to Dartmouth, because at this point in my life I appreciate several of the special aspects of the College and what they've meant in my life. Specifically, I gave to the John Rassias Study Abroad Fund and to the Dartmouth Outing Club because I think those are two endeavors that make Dartmouth unique.

Tony Jones '90

I came to the United States for the first time on a full scholarship.... Every opportunity that I’ve had has come from that original journey, that was made possible by Dartmouth. The idea that I want to contribute back to the College is a natural one for me.

Aly Jeddy ’93