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What Kind of Legacy Do You Want to Leave?

Over the past few months, COVID-19 has brought many disrup- Foundation in our estate plans was obvious and gratifying. We have
tions to everyone’s lives. We have all been affected to varying both been the recipients of the past generosity of others who did so.
degrees by the ever-changing situation. However, in the midst of We both feel that it is incumbent upon us to assist future generations
all the uncertainty we face, we have been inspired by the generos- of students and early career geoscientists so that they may have
ity of our donors. careers as satisfying and as much fun as we have had. We feel it a
You have continually shown your support during this time, privilege to share our good fortune so that our science can thrive.”
including helping provide more than US$188,000 to students Whether you are passionate about increasing the number of stu-
affected by COVID-19 through GSA’s COVID-19 Assistance dents from traditionally underrepresented groups in the earth sci-
and Relief Effort for Students (GSA CARES). We started GSA ences, helping students attend field camp, supporting geoscience
CARES because one of our most valuable assets as a Society research in a particular field or area, or ensuring that research gets
and profession is our students. a seat at the table in government policy-making decisions, we’re
During this time you may also be taking stock of what matters available to discuss these options with you. There are many pro-
most and what you want your legacy to be. As you consider what grams you can support and many ways you can offer that support.
is important to you, we want you to know that we’re available to For more information about our legacy options go to https://
help you think through how your interests align with GSA. gsa-foundation.org/planned-giving/ or contact Cliff Cullen at
Many donors who are passionate about GSA programs have +1-303-357-1007 or ccullen@geosciety.org.
arranged support for those in their estate plans. Past Foundation presi- We’re available at any time to discuss your plans and passions to
dent Dr. P. Geoff Feiss shared, “For Nancy and me, putting the GSA help you leave the legacy you desire!

P. Geoff Feiss and Nancy West.

www.gsa-foundation.org

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