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