research, and portfolio management, Pat knows a good investment when she sees it. Impressed by the leadership of
President Leary, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the institution, she decided to make a planned gift.
"I believe my gift is 100 times more valuable to Bay Path than to other schools. I make this observation based on
my career in the investment world. Today, there are many pressures on higher education. People may question their
philanthropic efforts when there are so many uncertainties. But, in fact, as it is in business, now is the best time for
people to step forward and commit. It actually increases their rate of return."
In her position as Chair of the Board of Trustees, Pat knows first-hand that Bay Path is a place that meets students
where they are in their lives, offers an education that is practical and relevant, and has a strong foundation. Those
qualities are the elements of a strong institutional future—a solid investment with dividends that are immeasurable.
Carpe Diem.
If Bay Path is remembered in your legacy, please let us know so that we can acknowledge
you. For information on how your planned giving can create a legacy at Bay Path University,
contact Allison Gearing Kalill, vice president for development and planned giving,
at 413.565.1150 or agkalill@baypath.edu; or visit baypath.giftlegacy.com.
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"i believe
My gift is
100 tiMes
More valuable
to bay path
than to other
schools."
Above, from left: Victoria Lingua, Veronica Toun, Makayla Francis, Morgan Harris, Jozzlynn Lewis, Pat Pierce, Chair of the Board
of Trustees, Kimberly Martinez, Reigna Parks, Kevin Banks.
