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President Marva B. Johnson, J.D., and Rick and Jackye Maxey (Photo special to FAMU)<\/p>\nFlorida A&M University recognized members of its Legacy Society during the FAMU football
\n game against Alabama A&M last month, honoring donors who have included the university
\n in their estate plans.<\/p>\n
The society recognizes individuals who support FAMU through planned gifts. Its 129
\n members have committed approximately $10.9 million in planned and estate gifts to
\n support the university\u2019s future.<\/p>\n
Those gifts can fund scholarships, strengthen academic programs and enhance campus
\n resources for future generations of students.<\/p>\n
Brandi Tatum-Fedrick, Ed.D., senior vice president for university advancement, said Legacy Society giving represents
\n an investment that extends beyond the present.<\/p>\n
\u201cI think what it means to me is about investing in FAMU long term,\u201d Tatum-Fedrick
\n said.<\/p>\n
President Marva B. Johnson, J.D., and Rick and Jackye Maxey (Photo special to FAMU)<\/p>\n
Members demonstrate that commitment through planned gifts, including provisions in
\n trusts and estate plans, she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cBeing a Legacy Society member, whether it\u2019s a trust or an estate, shows us a true
\n investment and commitment for long-term growth for the institution,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
For Georgette Daniels, a FAMU alumna and Legacy Society member, the recognition offered an opportunity
\n to celebrate her commitment and encourage others to give.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is super exciting to be honored as being a Legacy Society member,\u201d Daniels said.
\n \u201cI\u2019m really hoping that the attention that the Legacy Society is getting will inspire
\n other Rattlers to give; to put FAMU in your will.\u201d<\/p>\n
Daniels said she included FAMU in her trust to support students and continue giving
\n beyond her lifetime.<\/p>\n
\u201cBecause I think it\u2019s super important for us to give to the university, to assist
\n our scholars, so that they can become alumni just like me, and also to continue that
\n giving when I\u2019m gone,\u201d Daniels said.<\/p>\n
Tatum-Fedrick said she became a Legacy Society member about eight years ago, making
\n her own commitment to the university\u2019s future.<\/p>\n
Individuals interested in joining the Legacy Society can contact FAMU\u2019s Office of
\n University Advancement at 850-412-5755.<\/p>\n
Media Contact<\/p>\n
Rachel James-Terry
Senior Director of Strategic Communications
rachel.jamesterry@famu.edu<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n