The race is on! AASV Foundation Chairman Dr John Waddell has called upon each of his fellow AASV past presidents to recruit at least 3 new Leman, Heritage, or Legacy donors, in an effort to build the foundation endowment to $2 million by the 2019 AASV Annual Meeting.
In terms of the number of new donors, Dr Lisa Tokach is leading the way, having already recruited 3 new Leman Fellows and 1 new Heritage Fellow. Other past presidents who have successfully recruited new endowment contributions include Drs Randy Jones, Bob Morrison, Max Rodibaugh, Alex Ramirez, and Larry Rueff. Since the challenge was announced, three new Legacy funds have been established!
How about you?
Are you ready to lend your support and help build the endowment to ensure future support for the swine veterinary profession? When you enroll in one of the giving programs described here, you will be providing a perpetual source of income for foundation programs that include scholarships, swine externship grants, travel stipends for veterinary students, research grants, and more!
Leman
Named for the late industry leader and former AASV president Dr Allen D Leman, this giving program confers the title of "Leman Fellow" upon those who make a contribution of $1000 or more to the foundation endowment. Send your check to the AASV Foundation, 830 26th Street, Perry, IA 50220, or contribute online at http://ecom.aasv.org/foundation.
Heritage
The Heritage Fellow program recognizes contributions of $5000 or more. In addition to monetary donations, other giving options such as life insurance policies, estate bequests, and retirement plan assets may be utilized. To enroll, complete the Heritage Letter of Intent available at https://www.aasv.org/foundation/documents/heritageform.pdf.
Legacy
A donor, multiple donors, or a veterinary practice may establish and name a Legacy Fund with a gift of $50,000 or more. The fund may be named after the donor or another individual or group. The donor designates which of three foundation mission categories the fund’s proceeds will support: 1) research, 2) education, or 3) long-range issues.
For more information about the AASV Foundation’s endowment giving programs, or to make a contribution, see https://www.aasv.org/foundation, or contact the foundation: 515-465-5255, aasv@aasv.org.