Donor Stories
Read the stories of friends who have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization.
Gifts made from your estate by will, trust or beneficiary designation
It took Mark Gallagher 41 years to earn his degree. Now he's giving back to encourage other students
Mark Gallagher '10 was born and raised in South St. Paul. In the fall of 1969, he embarked on his college odyssey at the University of Minnesota. Getting a college degree had been Mark's dream since he was a child, but it wouldn't come easy.
Chris Pulkrabek's Legacy of Leadership and Community
At Metro State University, Chris pursued an Independent Studies degree in Organizational Communications and Public Relations-piecing together credits from her time at University of Minnesota, Duluth and her existing professional experience.
Why I Give to Metro
My husband and I recently celebrated 25 years of marriage. Right after we returned from our honeymoon, I started my career in higher education. Through my work in admissions, I have had the privilege of connecting with countless students as they have...
Jim Lukaszewski, 81st Metro Graduate Describes Metropolitan State as "Minnesota's Most Magical Un
Jim Lukaszewski is the 81st graduate from Metropolitan State University, April 16, 1974...
Gini McCain '74, From Second Graduating Class to Legacy Donor
Gini McCain '74 was a member of the second graduating class of Minnesota Metropolitan State College now called...
Alum Alan Lessik Expresses his Values through His Living Trust
Alan Lessik '88 did not come from wealth and made his career in nonprofits. But he realized his home in San Francisco...
