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Donors just like you have made a real impact just by adding a few words to their will or using one of the many giving options available.

Michael Bray (B.A.’76)

Michael Bray (B.A.’76)

Michael Bray (B.A.’76) agrees with the saying “Those who forget the past are doomed to repeat it.” His own degree in history served as a jumping-off point for his law career, but he’d like to see history students in as many careers as possible. He made his planned gift in 2023 to help prepare the next generations of students to tackle whatever challenges they might face.

Suzanne Lee (B.S.’76)

Suzanne Lee (B.S.’76)

Suzanne Lee (B.S.’76) supports VCU Libraries through a planned gift, reflecting her gratitude for the resources that shaped her career.

William E. “Bill” Blake, Jr., Ph.D.

William E. “Bill” Blake, Jr., Ph.D.

Professor emeritus continues history of devoted support with planned gift

Wynne Segal Dubovoy (M.S.W.’82)

Wynne Segal Dubovoy (M.S.W.’82)

For Wynne Segal Dubovoy (M.S.W.’82), family connections run deep with VCU.

Anonymous Donor

Anonymous Donor

Business alum supports future generations with charitable gift annuity

Greg Turner

Greg Turner

Alum’s scholarship honors late sister, looks to the future

Elizabeth Roderick and John T. Kneebone, Ph.D.

Elizabeth Roderick and John T. Kneebone, Ph.D.

Elizabeth Roderick (M.P.A. ’18) met her husband, John T. Kneebone, Ph.D., when they both worked at the Library of Virginia.

Vicki Hughes-Hung and Berwyn Hung

Vicki Hughes-Hung and Berwyn Hung

Vicki Hughes-Hung and Berwyn Hung are committed to making education more accessible

Valerie Hunt, Ph.D., RN

Valerie Hunt, Ph.D., RN

Nursing Alumna's Mentor Inspires Charitable Gift Annuity

Linnie S. Carter, Ph.D. (B.S.’92/H&S; M.S.’98/H&S)

Linnie S. Carter, Ph.D. (B.S.’92/H&S; M.S.’98/H&S)

Alumna supports future entrepreneurs with planned gift to College of Humanities and Sciences

Irene Burlock and Joseph Holicky III (B.S.’76/B; B.S.’77/H&S; M.S.’78/B)

Irene Burlock and Joseph Holicky III (B.S.’76/B; B.S.’77/H&S; M.S.’78/B)

Couple’s scholarships receive a boost from planned giving

Joe & Suzanne Seipel

Joe & Suzanne Seipel

Former dean’s gift will support arts students and the sculpture department for years to come.

Marilyn Biggerstaff, D.S.W.

Marilyn Biggerstaff, D.S.W.

Marilyn Biggerstaff, D.S.W., began working at Virginia Commonwealth University in 1977. She retired as a professor in 2005, after 28 years in the School of Social Work.

Dorothy Fillmore

Dorothy Fillmore

Fund honors retired staff member, alum’s dedication to LGBTQIA+ inclusion

Let’s get in touch

  • Pamela Colker, J.D.

    Executive Director of Planned Giving, Monroe Park Campus

  • colkerp@vcu.edu

    (804) 827-2376

    111 N. Fourth St., Box 842039

    Richmond, VA 23284-2039

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VCU Foundation (tax ID # 54-0757884) for gifts that support VCU generally and most colleges, schools, departments and units on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus: VCU Athletics, College of Humanities and Sciences, Division of Student Affairs, Honors College, Institute for Contemporary Art, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture, School of the Arts, School of Education, School of Social Work, School of World Studies, VCU Libraries and VCU Life Sciences.

VCU School of Business Foundation (tax ID #20-2661802) for gifts that support the VCU School of Business and Brandcenter.

VCU College of Engineering Foundation (tax ID #54-1808901) for gifts that support the VCU College of Engineering.

MCV Foundation (tax ID #54- 6053660) for gifts that support the college, schools, departments and units on VCU’s health sciences campus: College of Health Professions, School of Dentistry, School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Pharmacy, School of Public Health, VCU Massey Cancer Center and VCU Health.