Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to Food & Water Watch and others.
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Ann LoganI 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 DikeI 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 GiftWe 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 CangemiI 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 MilkowskiAs 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 WhiteI 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 PetraMy 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 GriffithI 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 MaravelasI 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 FaheyEach 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 BoykieAs 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 proudThe 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 WatchFood & 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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BequestsJoe 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 CharityJoanne and her late husband Hal had been longtime supporters of our organization. Recently, Joanne's children encouraged...
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Tax-Free SaleHoward 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 BypassedPeter 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 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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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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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) GiftsHarold 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 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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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 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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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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