Donor Stories

College of the Ozarks offers students in financial need the chance to work, rather than pay, for their education. Click the video to the left to learn about two Hard Work U graduates who feel compelled to give back.

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization and others.

Bequests

Joe and Anna have been faithful supporters of our organization over the years. Both of them strongly believe that it is important to support and encourage our mission.
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Fixed Income for Retirement

After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small rural town, Patricia was ready to retire.
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Peace of Mind Gift Annuity

Many years ago, Clara bought a home. Since she was so pleased with the home, she decided to buy stock in the company that built it.
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Flexible Deferred Gift Annuity

Lewis is a 54-year-old executive at a large healthcare company. He purchased company stock during years when the stock price was low, and now the stock has grown substantially.
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Current Gifts

As is the case with many families, there are times each year when Jim and Sharon focus their attention on gift giving.
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A Bequest to Further Good Work

Nancy and David were dedicated volunteers. Over the years, they had seen many individuals helped by the good work of their favorite charity.
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Deferred Gift Annuity

Several years ago Larry and Allison invested $30,000 in what they believed to be an attractive stock. It turned out to be a very wise decision.
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A Bequest to Save Taxes

Thomas was a widower who had a great love for our organization. As an individual who had directly benefited from our work.
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Give it Twice Trust

While visiting the Wills Planner on her favorite charity's website, June, a surviving spouse, came across the idea of a Give it Twice Trust.
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