President Scott McQuilkin and His Wife Make Estate-Plan Gift in Will

Janice and I met at Whitworth. Our three children, Morgan, Kelsey and Tyler, also graduated from Whitworth. It’s an entirely different matter to experience Whitworth through your own child. Our children took vastly different paths—education, science and theology. They each served in campus ministry or as a resident assistant. At times, they each needed a mentor, a listening ear and perspective that would be better received if given by a nonparent. Whitworth faculty and staff gave our children a first-rate education. They counseled and prayed with them. Not just our family but the world would be a poorer place—intellectually and spiritually—if this great institution were not what it is. Having been part of this transformative community for 40 years, I know that is true in my bones.

As (former) vice president for institutional advancement, I had the privilege of meeting with many in the Whitworth family who partnered with The Whitworth Foundation. I saw firsthand the tremendous personal, financial, estate-planning and philanthropic benefits of establishing a planned gift. But perhaps my favorite conversations were about testamentary gifts. Making a provision for Whitworth in your will is a simple yet significant way to leave a legacy.

Janice and I were happy to include Whitworth in our estate planning. In fact, we like to say that Whitworth is our fourth child—we have made equal provisions for each of our three children and Whitworth. This was an easy decision and an even easier process. Establishing a legacy gift is a powerful way to ensure a Whitworth mind-and-heart education for future generations of students. We would be honored if you would join us.