Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to Food & Water Watch and others.

Ann Logan
Ann Logan
I discovered Food & Water Watch through their rallies in Albany and New York City fighting fracking. Having spent 12 years in Texas, I knew that those extracting fossil fuels put preserving...
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Carrie Dike
Carrie Dike
I have always looked to support organizations – like Food & Water Watch -- that speak the same language as me, share the same concerns, try to solve issues...
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Helen Horn's Legacy Gift
Helen Horn's Legacy Gift
We recently learned the sad news that our donor Helen Horn passed away in 2018. In addition, we were advised that Helen had generously included Food & Water Watch in her estate plans.
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Louis Cangemi
Louis Cangemi
I work in the health fields as a massage therapist, so naturally I'm concerned about issues affecting our health. I emphasize to my clients how they must care about what goes...
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Deborah Milkowski
Deborah Milkowski
As a doctor I feel that we need to stress that health involves all domains of a person's life. My career was mainly in...
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Karen White
Karen White
I am a fan of Food & Water Watch because of my great concern about the many ways that environmental and health issues are being ignored...
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Susie Petra
Susie Petra
My name is Susie Petra, I'm a retired teacher and a supporter of Food & Water Watch. I've lived in Ames, IA for 46 number of...
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Jim Griffith
Jim Griffith
I have Food & Water Watch in my will because I'm an environmental guy from the word "go." In 1967 I formed the Committee on Lake Michigan...
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Greg Maravelas
Greg Maravelas
I care about water. I care a great deal. So do we all - or should. Why? Because, along with oxygen and food, water is one of life's basic needs.
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Lee Fahey
Lee Fahey
Each of us has our individual passion, and mine has been the environment … ever since the 1960s when I was in High School.
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Royelen Lee Boykie
Royelen Lee Boykie
As an employee, I put Food & Water Watch in my will because I want to create a legacy of which I can be proud. Recently I celebrated...
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Carol Markewitz created a legacy of which she would be very proud
Carol Markewitz created a legacy of which she would be very proud
The moment Carol and I first connected by phone, we felt comfortable sharing stories about our lives. I looked forward...
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Planned Giving: James Krivo's Legacy Gift to Food & Water Watch
Planned Giving: James Krivo's Legacy Gift to Food & Water Watch
Food & Water Watch recently received just a legacy gift. Dr. James Krivo, a New York activist with Food & Water Watch, lived for over 30 years on
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Bequests
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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Using a Beneficiary Designation to Make a Gift to Charity
Using a Beneficiary Designation to Make a Gift to Charity
Joanne and her late husband Hal had been longtime supporters of our organization. Recently, Joanne's children encouraged...
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Tax-Free Sale
Tax-Free Sale
Howard and Lynn 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
Capital Gains Tax Bypassed
Peter and Gail 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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Sale and Unitrust
Sale and Unitrust
Gene and Carol purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. The company has done well.
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The Retirement Unitrust
The Retirement Unitrust
Mary grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she and her husband Bill inherited the farm.
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Current Gifts
Current Gifts
As 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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Gift of a Bank Account When No Longer Needed (POD)
Gift of a Bank Account When No Longer Needed (POD)
Keith has been a faithful supporter of Food & Water Watch and makes regular gifts to support our work.
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Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
Harold and Jeanne married after meeting at an event Food & Water Watch held for our donors. They wanted to leave a legacy gift...
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A Bequest to Further Good Work
A Bequest to Further Good Work
Nancy 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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What Will You Do with Your Unspent Retirement Savings?
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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A Bequest to Save Taxes
A Bequest to Save Taxes
Thomas 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 Future
Leading for the Future
Luke 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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Providing for Our Children's Future
Providing for Our Children's Future
Ron and Kathy worked for many years building their nest egg for retirement.
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Bequest of Insurance
Bequest of Insurance
Marla 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!
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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