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Jackson-Renner Celebrates 50th Reunion with Charitable Gift Annuity
As her 50th Reunion approached, Elizabeth “Liz” Jackson-Renner, Class of 1957, became involved serving as class co-chair. Her enthusiasm was contagious; this was an occasion worthy of celebration, and for Jackson-Renner, a time to give back. “Potsdam gave me the tools to be successful throughout my life,” said Jackson-Renner, who
earned her degree in early childhood education at Potsdam followed three years later by a master’s degree in education from Tufts University. “For example, at Potsdam I learned how to listen well and to be at ease in front of a group.”
gift for the scholarship fund at SUNY Potsdam. “Perhaps someone can better their life through me,” she said. “This is my way of making a contribution to society – you could call it my social legacy.”
Jackson-Renner believes that the lessons she learned at Potsdam helped prepare her for her various careers, as a teacher, editor and consultant for an educational publishing company, social services counselor and retail sales associate.
Jackson-Renner chose to establish a gift annuity because it will provide her with a stream of income for life while also providing financial support to Potsdam. She also appreciates the tax benefits, which include significant savings on capital gains taxes.
In meeting with her trusted financial advisors, Jackson-Renner shared her appreciation for Potsdam and with that, her desire to support current students. A thoughtful review of her assets and long-term financial plan led JacksonRenner to explore the possibility of establishing a charitable gift annuity (CGA) with the Potsdam College Foundation. In return for her outright gift, the foundation agrees to provide her with guaranteed income for life.
The best benefit for Jackson-Renner, however, is the satisfaction of knowing that she has made a lasting gift that will make a difference in the lives of our students. “After all,” she says, quoting author Jackie Mutheson, “It takes each of us to make a difference for all of us.”
Because she believes that “education is the best way to improve the world and leave it a better place,” Jackson-Renner is designating her
For more information on charitable gift annuities or for a free projection, please visit us on the Web at www.potsdam.edu/advance/giftplan or contact Jason Ladouceur, associate vice president for College Advancement, directly at (315) 267-2123 or giftplan@potsdam.edu.
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