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Estate of Thomas McGill Gives $1.14 Million to UAMS Department of Otolaryngology
LITTLE ROCK The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has
received a $1.14 million gift from the estate...
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Estate of Eleanor Karam Gives $2.7 Million to Support UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging
LITTLE ROCK The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has
received a $2.7 million gift from the estate of...
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Smart Planning Helped Jack Steele, M.D. Realize a Longtime Wish
Year after year, he was always there for his patients. Now, his legacy will
inspire a new generation at UAMS to follow his...
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$100,000 Estate Gift Enhances UAMS College of Medicine Scholarship
Aug. 2, 2019 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a $100,000 gift from...
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$436,000 Donated to PRI for Schizophrenia Research
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences' Psychiatric Research Institute received a donation of $436,000 on Dec. 19...
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$1 Million Estate Gift to Benefit Breast Cancer Research at UAMS Cancer Institute
LITTLE ROCK - A $1 million gift from the estate of Linda Garner Riggs to the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University...
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Margaret Ann Olvey leaves estate gift of $450,000 for Geriatric Research
Pablo Picasso once said, "The meaning of life is to find your gift."
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Jane Dills Morgan Trust Gives $625,000 to UAMS
Giving and support for higher education were values passed down to Jane Dills Morgan by her parents, Robert Nelson and Lucille Gable Dills.
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Daughter's Legacy Is Paying It Forward
When Pauline Wagnon's mother, Virginia Thompson, was diagnosed with cancer in the mid-1940s and treated for free and cured at UAMS, Wagnon set her mind...
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Corinne George’s compassion benefits cancer patients and nursing students
Corinne J. Whillock George worked at the University of Arkansas ...
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UAMS Northwest Vice Chancellor Pledges $250,000
Peter O. Kohler, M.D., vice chancellor for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Northwest, recently pledged a deferred gift of $250,000 to support...
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Jean Stanford leaves $130,000 bequest for Jones Eye Institute at UAMS
Jean Chesbro Stanford was born in Heber Springs, Arkansas in 1917. She became...
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Bequest from Helen Guinn Adams Recognized on Campus
In early April, about 14 relatives of the late Helen Guinn Adams met at UAMS as special guests. The occasion was to celebrate Mrs. Adams' bequest...
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Former UAMS Dean Donates $275,000 for Memorial Fountain
Former dean of two University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) colleges and longtime UAMS supporter Thomas A. Bruce...
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Ruby Planned Ahead
Ruby Strauss Thalheimer McCaskill Smith planned ahead, so she could give back. Throughout her life Ruby was active in the community.
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Dean Raczynski and Dr. Phillips pledge $1 million to establish endowed chair
Jim Raczynski, Ph.D., dean of the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health...
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$1.5 Million Estate Gift Creates Full Tuition Scholarship in UAMS College of Medicine
Dec. 10, 2018 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a $1.5 million gift from the estate of Carl R. Stout to create the...
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Bequests
Joe and Anna have been faithful supporters of our organization over the years. Both of them strongly believe that it is important to support and encourage our mission.
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Tax-Free Sale
Howard and Lynn were age 55 when they purchased some land outside of town, and they thought it would be a good investment that they could later sell.
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Fixed Income for Retirement
After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small rural town, Patricia was ready to retire.
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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.
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Peace of Mind Gift Annuity
Many years ago, Clara bought a home. Since she was so pleased with the home, she decided to buy stock in the company that built it.
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Sale and Unitrust
Gene and Carol purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. Now, Gene and Carol are looking for a way to save taxes.
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The Retirement Unitrust
Mary grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she inherited the farm. Now, several developers would like to build homes on the farmland.
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Property Turns Into Income
Miranda lived in the family home where she and her spouse had raised their children. After her spouse passed, Miranda found it increasingly difficult to care for her home.
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Flexible Deferred Gift Annuity
Lewis 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.
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Part Gift and Part Sale
Susan and Kevin bought their first home many years ago. They had planned to build a second home so that their children 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 Jim and Sharon focus their attention on gift giving.
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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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Deferred Gift Annuity
Several years ago Larry and Allison invested $30,000 in what they believed to be an attractive stock. It turned out to be a very wise decision.
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Gift Annuity for Real Estate
Jonathan purchased a home many years ago for $80,000. The home has appreciated substantially over the years and is now worth $420,000.
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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.
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Leading for the Future
Luke and Candice 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 the Wills Planner on her favorite charity's website, June, a surviving spouse, came across the idea of a Give it Twice Trust.
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Providing for Our Children's Future
Joe and Kathy worked for years building their nest egg for retirement. They also want to provide for their children.
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An Easy Way to Help Our Work with Your IRA
Daniel was a retired businessman who volunteered for our organization. When we decided to add a new program, he was excited to help in a significant way.
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Reduce Your Taxes with an IRA Rollover Gift
Margaret was a retired librarian. She volunteered at her favorite charity several times a week and also made several donations to the charity each year.
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