WHY I GIVE...“Why do I give? Because this place is much more than a job to me. Saint Ben's showcases its best self through its women. rough their

dreams and achievements. rough their courage and accomplishments.

rough their leadership and successes. I marvel at the women of this place — of the of this place — of the Bennies who inspire me constantly. Why wouldn't I give?”

Catherine Stoch

WHY I GIVE...“Giving is an easy choice to make when you look at it as helping our students succeed. It is like

taking care of our kids!”

Darrel Halverson

WHY I GIVE...“I give to Saint Ben's because Bennies give back. It's just what we do.”

Anna Burgason ’11

WHY I GIVE...“I have the privilege to know the student workers

in the President's Office, as well as having a daughter who is an alumna, so I am

keenly aware of what excellent students and women we have at Saint Ben's. It is a pleasure to

assist them reach their goals and to be successful in the fututo be successful in the future.”

Parent of a BennieCindy Dockendorf

WHY I GIVE...“Since arriving here, I have been 'converted' to the value of a liberal arts education. Our students are taught to look at the big picture, and I marvel at their desire to serve others through their time and talents. Careers become 'vocations' -- having a greater

impact on those around them. IIt's important for those of us who value the power of this

educational journey to make it a reality for as

many others as possible.”

Carolyn Finley

WHY I GIVE...“I give in gratitude for the education I received and because Saint Ben's is a part of my roots. As a third generation Bennie, I am also the great-great-niece of one of the founding SSisters, Sister Adelgundis Bergmann!”

Anne Oberman ’82

“Every day, I have the opportunity to interact with the students at Saint Ben's, and I am in awe of their intelligence, compassion

and energy for making a difference in this world. I want to help ensure that young women from all walks

of life continue to have the oppoopportunity of a transformative

education at Saint Ben's.”

WHY I GIVE...

Barbara HeinParent of a Bennie

I AM A BENNIEI GIVE BACK“I gave my Senior Gift because Saint Ben's has provided me with the opportunity to discover my values, leadership qualities and grow into the person I want to be. I believe that it is important to give back to such a wwelcoming community.”

Allie Plunkett ’12

WHY I GIVE...“e number of grads that contribute to Saint Ben’s, regardless of the amount, indicates their belief in the quality of their experience. I am a grad, and I think this was the best choice for my college experience. I believe in being counted among those that saythe College of the College of Saint Benedict was the best investment I have made.”

Anastasia Nathe ’97

WHY I GIVE...“My wife and I give because we are amazed at the abundance we receive in return for our gifts. I love to support that spirit in Saint Ben’s students as well. I am inspired by the mission work they do around the world for those who awho are less fortunate.”

George Hemmesch

Chelsea Haugen ’12

I AM A BENNIEI GIVE BACK“I was able to see rst-hand the difference a senior gift can make when I was granted the funding to build a library at Anna Marie's Alliance Shelter for women and children.”

WHY I GIVE...“I believe in the quality of education our faculty provide, and I want students who are inquisitive, thoughtful and creative to have every opportunity to attend the College of Saint Benedict.”

Kristen Nairn

WHY I GIVE...“I believe in the Saint Ben's mission

and vision. is is only a small token of appreciation for how much I value this institution. God has blessed me, and I believe in paying it forward to our students — for their

futufuture is our future.”

Georgia Dinndorf-Hogenson ’88

Jaclyn Machacek ’12MANAGEMENT MAJOR

I AM A BENNIEI GIVE BACK“I gave my senior gift because I want to support the amazing visions that other Bennies have for our local community and the community abroad.”

WHY I GIVE...“I love working at Saint Ben's, and I enjoy giving back to this special community.”

Janna LaFountaine

WHY I GIVE...“I give to Saint Ben's because it was and still is a place that inspires and challenges me to do more. I am blessed with the opportunity to work here which reinforces my desire and motivation to give back. Saint Ben's is a special place and will always be an place and will always be an important part of my life.”

Jessie Sandoval ’01

WHY I GIVE...“My gift is inspired by my desire to help make a Saint Ben's education possible for other students and their families. I believe in the vibrant mission of CSB grounded in Benedictine values and the commitment to educate young women to be leaders of today and tomorand tomorrow. And, I believe in the wonderful, curious and hardworking students who keep the legacy of CSB alive and well.”

Jody Terhaar

WHY I GIVE...“Our students are dedicated, hard working and inspiring. I learn from them every

day. I give for all of our futures.”

Judy Purman

Katie Adams ’12

I AM A BENNIEI GIVE BACK“I gave my senior gift because of the amazing experiences that past Bennies were able to give me, and I hope to give future Bennies the same opportunities”

WHY I GIVE...“I am amazed by the opportunities Saint Ben's offers each young woman during her time here. I give to provide those opportunities for additional young women.”

Kim PoganskiParent of a Bennie

WHY WE GIVE...“Saint Ben's has historically supported

women who go on to make a difference in the world. As alums ourselves, we beneted from this community, and are grateful to be a part of it. We give back to help today's

students receive a great liberal arts education, experience a sense of place

and appand appreciate the Benedictine heritage that we all share.”

Peggy Landwehr Roske ’77

Michael Roske '77

WHY I GIVE...

Kari-ShaneDavis Zimmerman

Lauren Herzog ’12MANAGEMENT MAJOR

I AM A BENNIEI GIVE BACK“I give because I believe in helping other Benniesachieve their goals and aspirations.”

WHY I GIVE...

Lindsay Wimmer ’11

WHY I GIVE...“As a student, I received scholarship assistance to attend Saint Ben's. I want to help others enjoy the benets of a liberal arts education, too!”

Mary Harlander-Locke ’76Parent of a Bennie

WHY I GIVE...“By investing in Saint Ben's and our students, I feel I am investing in our future. By the looks of it, I feelwe will be in pretty

good hands!”

Mary Jo Waggoner

WHY I GIVE...“I received nancial aid, and without the generosity of others, I would not have been able to attend Saint Ben’s. I give so that another young woman will benet from studying at this ne institution of higher learning. Giving is my way of paying it foof paying it forward.”

Maureen McCarter ’72

Megan Schutz ’12BUSINESS MANAGEMENT MAJOR

I AM A BENNIEI GIVE BACK“I gave my senior gift because of all the wonderful experiences Saint Ben's has provided me and for all the memories that will last a lifetime. I want other Bennies to be able to have these same oppoopportunities for years to come.”

WHY I GIVE...“I give to Saint Ben's because it feels like home. But even though it feels like home, I give to send the amazing women of Saint Ben's out into the world to study abroad. I want them to nd new places that are like home, develop ggreat relationships abroad and experience all the world has to offer during their college journey. ”

Peggy Retka

WHY WE GIVE...“We give because we believe in the future of Saint Ben's and its students. Bennies are our future, and we want to see amazing women

have extraordinary opportunities.”

Suzanne Kelly '95

Jason Kelly '93