UPDATES
FROM the office of alumni relations
Dear Griffins ,
As we enter a new phase of the pandemic , we have a lot for which to be grateful . The University Community worked together to ensure that our students had a more “ normal ” year on campus , uninterrupted by COVID-19 , and we have you to thank for much of our success . Your support , whether financially , through mentorship or though other volunteer efforts , have helped us to achieve this accomplishment . Thank you !
In addition to the success of our students and soon-to-be graduates , we applaud you , our alumni . You continue to demonstrate your Distinctive Mercy roots in your professions and personal lives . You are using your education and experiences to share the Mercy charism and values with others and we couldn ’ t be more proud of you . You are doing amazing things in your communities - just look at this issue ’ s alumni stories ! We want to know more , so that we can highlight you !
If you haven ’ t done so recently , please update your contact information and share any updates so that you don ’ t miss any exciting GMercyU moments . We want to share our successes with you and to make you proud !
If you find yourself in Gwynedd Valley , please let me know . I would love to welcome you and give you a tour of our beautiful campus .
Stay safe , stay well and SOAR Griffins ! Warm Regards ,
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Gwynedd Mercy University Alumni
If you are 70 ½ years or older , you can take advantage of a simple way to help our students and receive tax benefits in return . You can give any amount up to $ 100,000 per year from your IRA directly to Gwynedd Mercy University without having to pay income taxes on the money .
Why Consider This Gift ?
SEE THE IMPACT OF YOUR GENEROSITY TODAY Make a Tax-Free Gift From Your IRA
▶ Your gift will be put to use today , allowing you to see the difference your donation is making .
▶ You pay no income taxes on the gift . The transfer generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction , so you benefit even if you do not itemize your tax deductions .
▶ If you have not yet taken your required minimum distribution for the year , your IRA charitable rollover gift can satisfy all or part of that requirement .
For more information on how to make a meaningful impact on GMercyU for years to come , visit gmercyu . edu / giving or contact Christina Riso , Assistant Vice President for University Advancement , at
riso . c @ gmercyu . edu or 215-542-4661 .
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The information in this publication is not intended as legal or tax advice . For such advice , please consult an attorney or tax advisor . References to estate and income taxes include federal taxes only . State income / estate taxes or state law may impact your results .