Planned Giving
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John R. and Wendy L. Kindig Scholarship and Fellowship Program
John and Wendy Kindig brought their vision for a scholarship and fellowship program at Indiana University to life, creating opportunities for top students in the sciences to thrive.
A lifetime of service, a legacy of support
From the military to the classroom, Don and Gail Beaton have devoted their lives to helping others. A bequest in their will and scholarship established at IU Kokomo will ensure that service will continue for generations to come.
Reaching for the stars
A-Lan and John Reynolds’ giving has touched every facet of IU’s Department of Astronomy. Watch how their passion and generosity are helping the department dream big and making hands-on experiences, such as traveling to the WIYN Observatory at Kitt Peak, more accessible to students.
Getting the story, giving the impact
Nancy established the “James E. Callaway Sr. Memorial Scholarship” at The Media School in honor of her father.
Herman B Wells Birthday
Born June 7, 1902, Herman B Wells remains one of Indiana University’s most transformative leaders.
Reach for The Stars
Mike Weasner’s childhood passion for space led him to Indiana University, propelling him to a career as an Air Force pilot and NASA astrophysicist.
“Look at my hands”
Dr. Gerardo Gonzalez and his family sought shelter in the United States after the Cuban Revolution. After becoming a first-generation college graduate, Dr. Gonzalez went on to become the dean of IU’s School of Education. To give future Hoosiers a “helping hand,” he has created scholarship support in his estate plan.
Eleanor Cox Riggs: Indiana University’s #1 fan
Eleanor Cox Riggs has been a true Hoosier fan her whole life and a donor for over 40 years. Her many gifts include creating a professorship and establishing a gift in her will.
From surviving a Nazi concentration camp to realizing the American Dream
As a child, Marvin Crell spent four years imprisoned in a Nazi concentration camp. He survived and moved to Indiana, where IU provided his entrance into the world of law. He and his wife, Harriet, used gifts from their IRAs to establish an endowed scholarship.
Early returns
Chris Conner struggled with the deaths of both parents during college, only making it through with the help of his professors. He made a gift to IU in his will while he was still in grad school.
Patch jobs
Dr. Jean Creek worked his way through IU and IU School of Medicine—a feat few students can manage with the cost of education today. To help, he and his wife, Doris, created four scholarships for medical students.
A Spirit That Teaches
IU Professor Chaman Jain was molded by the generous spirit of his late wife, Santosh. He and his children honored her memory by creating a graduate scholarship that will help shape young lives.