Donor Stories
We invite you to consider a living legacy. A living legacy through your estate allows for your lifelong efforts of accumulation to serve others in the future. Many of our friends find great joy and satisfaction during life knowing that their estate will make a great difference. Learn how others made an impact through their acts of giving to Gundersen Medical Foundation.
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Partners in life, song, and philanthropyBehind every great couple is a great story-and so it is for Bill and Louise Temte who will celebrate their sixtieth...
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Part of something biggerFor most of us, the workplace is an important influence on our lives. If we're lucky, a job is more than a means to earn a living, offering instead...
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Evelyn (Evie) and Connie LeeEvelyn (Evie) and Connie Lee’s relationship with the Foundation began in the mid-eighties when Evie’s husband, Marvin, who had worked at Trane Company for 45 years, developed a heart condition that required open heart surgery.
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Trailblazer Creates a Pathway for Future SurgeonsWhen it comes to choosing a career in the United States today, young girls generally have the same freedom of choice as young boys.
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A family inspired to “pay it forward”In times of medical crisis, there is nothing more comforting than knowing a loved one is getting the best care available from a trusted team of medical professionals.
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Community Pride, Hometown Proud, Giving Back to Her CommunityGrowing up in La Crosse, Dee Paqué felt she had many reasons to be thankful. She appreciated the area’s natural beauty and strong sense of community.
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A gift from the heartMaryjane and Rod McMullin received their medical care at Gundersen Health System’s Sparta and La Crosse locations for 48 years.
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The evolving nature of philanthropyKenna and Roger Christians of La Crosse are longtime supporters of Gundersen Medical Foundation. Their first gift (a memorial) was recorded in 1989; they have made regular annual gifts for 23 years...
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A Couple’s Lasting Commitment – to ResearchCancer research is a cause that became close to the heart of Lorna Peterson and her late husband, Lyle. The disease was a part of their lives for many years —skin cancer for Lorna, colon cancer for Lyle. It didn’t slow them down.
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A proud farmer, a good friend and neighborIn 2008, Roger Schindler of rural Wilton sent a note to Gundersen Medical Foundation about the provisions of his will. He explained that his decision to make a legacy gift was for one simple reason...
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A legacy of pride and gratitude“For me, it is easy to give back to an institution that’s given me so much.” Kay Cimpl Wagner, who served as Gundersen Health Systems’ medical library director from 1985 to 1999,...
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In memory of a giving spiritWhen Arlene Baerwald passed away in September 2013, she had been a member of Gundersen Medical Foundation’s Heritage Society for 20 years.
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Endowment GiftPat and Shelly were recently married. They both had been dedicated volunteers at their favorite charity for many years.
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Sale and UnitrustGene and Carol purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. The company has done well.
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The Retirement UnitrustMary 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 IncomeMiranda 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 AnnuityLewis 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 SaleSusan 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 GiftsAs 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 WorkNancy 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 AnnuitySeveral 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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Gift Annuity for Real EstateJonathan 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 TaxesThomas 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 FutureLuke 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 TrustWhile 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 FutureRon and Kathy worked for many years building their nest egg for retirement.
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Bequest of InsuranceMarla and Wayne purchased a life insurance policy many years ago to create security for their children's future.
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Testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust: Have Your Cake and Eat it Too!We have all heard the saying "You can't have your cake and eat it too." This phrase describes a situation where we want two good things at the same time when that isn't possible.
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