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Donor Stories

Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization and others.

  • 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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  • Jack R. and Suzanne W. Killian: Bequest
    Jack R. Killian was a gifted musician, playing the trumpet, trombone and various reed instruments. He was an active member of the...
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  • Estate of Dorothy and Elmer Eade
    Mr. Eade, born in King City in 1911, was a 1929 graduate of King City High School. Upon graduation, he worked for...
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  • Real Estate
    According to the Matsui Foundation website, in the 1960's, Andy Matsui came to Salinas from Japan, working hard so he could eventually...
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  • Tanimura Family Foundation
    The Tanimura Family Foundation has been a tremendous partner to Hartnell College in the vision for a strong and vital Ag Research...
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  • Using a Beneficiary Designation to Make a Gift to Charity
    Annalise and her late husband Bill had been longtime supporters of our organization. Recently, Annalise's children encouraged...
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  • Fixed Income for Retirement
    After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small town, Claire is ready to retire.
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  • Tax-Free Sale
    John and Grace 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
    Robert and Vicki 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, Rosie 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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  • Sale and Unitrust
    Ryan and Gen purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. The company has done well.
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  • The Retirement Unitrust
    Tara grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she and her husband Darren inherited the farm.
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  • Property Turns Into Income
    Hannah lived in the family home where she and her spouse had raised their three children. After her spouse passed away, Hannah found it increasingly difficult to care for her property.
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  • Flexible Deferred Gift Annuity
    Romero 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 in value.
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  • Part Gift and Part Sale
    Susie and Brian 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 Steve and Holly focus their attention on gift giving.
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  • Gift of a Bank Account When No Longer Needed (POD)
    Jonathan has been a faithful supporter of Hartnell College Foundation and makes regular gifts to support our work.
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  • Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
    Jim and Patti married after meeting at an event Hartnell College Foundation held for our donors. They wanted to leave a legacy gift...
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  • A Bequest to Further Good Work
    Joy and Larry 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, Aaron and Meagan 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 Estate
    Anthony purchased his home many years ago for $80,000. The home is now worth $420,000. Anthony wants to sell his home and buy a condo for $130,000.
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  • A Bequest to Save Taxes
    Mark was a widower who had a great love for our organization. As an individual who had directly benefited from our work, Mark wanted to thank us with a gift from his estate.
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  • Leading for the Future
    Carlos and Jessica 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 Trust
    While visiting her favorite charity's website, Laura 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 Future
    Ivan and Rachel worked for many years building their nest egg for retirement.
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  • Bequest of Insurance
    Jacqui and Kevin 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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