O’Bryans Make Planned Gift of Stock in Thanks for Their Daughter’s Education and to “Give Something Back”
For Michael and Ann O’Bryan, making a planned gift to Butler University was “a no-brainer.”
“Butler has done so much for us and our daughter, Dr. Madeline O’Bryan ’07,” says Ann. “We were so happy to give the gift. It’s a way of saying that we appreciate Butler.”
When the couple learned earlier this year that an upcoming merger would affect stock options Ann held, they consulted their financial advisor. Gifting the stock was the best option, and the two knew right away they wanted to support Butler.
Madeline’s years at the University set her on a path to success. She’s now a board-certified pediatric pharmacist and neonatal clinical specialist in Louisville, Kentucky. And as Madeline became a part of the Butler family, so did her parents—who grew to love the University as much as their daughter did. The two frequently return to campus for men’s basketball games and events at Clowes Memorial Hall.
“It’s not a surprise we grew to care for Butler,” says Michael. “We sent an 18-year-old kid there, and Butler sent us home a pharmacist. We were so fortunate.”
Making the gift was as easy as joining the Butler family, according to the couple. They contacted Mike Eikenberry, Executive Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving, who guided them through the process and ensured their gift would be as impactful as possible.
“Mike was so gracious and worked closely with us, and it couldn’t have gone more smoothly,” says Ann. “There’s no better way to give Butler our thanks—and to give something back.”
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