Driven to Serve and Give
As a high school student, Becky von Fischer '67 knew she wanted to attend a Lutheran college. Her minister father thought Augsburg University would be a good fit—and he was right.
“Being at Augsburg in an urban setting in the 1960s put us in the mix with a lot of social justice issues,” Becky says. “The faculty’s strong commitment to being involved in the neighborhood had a huge impact on me.”
Becky graduated from Augsburg in 1967 with a sociology major and a passion for helping enhance the lives of others.
Augsburg’s community involvement that inspired Becky as a student continues to inspire her and her husband, Tom, today. The now-retired Lutheran pastors have enjoyed seeing the university develop the next generations of global citizens.
“Augsburg’s commitment to experiential learning, social justice, sober living, international experiences and supporting students of color aligns with our values as a couple,” Tom says.
Supporting Augsburg with a gift in their will, also known as a bequest, was an easy decision for Becky and Tom. Both of them grew up in families that emphasized the importance of charitable giving. Their planned gift is a percentage of their estate, but they’ve also recently made a gift to the Sesquicentennial Campaign through a qualified charitable distribution from their IRAs.
“It’s part of our DNA to serve and give,” Becky says. “We often talk about where our financial contributions can make a difference and where we can get excited about how they’re being used. Augsburg is one of those places.”
Create a Lasting Legacy
Like the von Fischers, you can make a lasting impact on Augsburg by including a gift to us in your will or other estate plan. Contact Amy Alkire at alkirea@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1188 to learn more.
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