Gifts to Drexel come in many forms and sizes and each one truly makes a difference. Combined with other donor gifts, even a comparatively minor contribution can make a major impact. Read the stories below about what motivates your fellow Drexel philanthropists, then share your own story!
Gino Fortunato Title: Getting it done Occupation: Sale Consulting Degree: Commerce and Engineering, 1985
Philanthropy is my way of getting things 'done' in the world. I enjoy supporting organizations that are able to actually accomplish the things that I know are important, but don't have the time, talent or energy to do them myself. Read More
Barbara Hornum Title: Valuing generosity Occupation: Drexel Faculty Member Degree:
It is important to support a variety of charities. Read More
Marilyn Mason-Plunkett Title: Serving to Lead; Leading to Serve Occupation: Nonprofit CEO Degree: BS, 1970
I lead a nonprofit agency dedicated to helping those in poverty gain the tools, skills and self confidence to move permanently out of poverty towards self-sufficiency. Smart philanthropy choices can help provide the opportunities for those folks who seek pathways out of poverty. Read More
Robert Hodgson Title: Golden Dragon gives back Occupation: Retired Degree: BS 1962, MSEE 1972
I'll admit that I have been a much-too-infrequent donor to Drexel. This is a small token in appreciation of 50 years since my first graduation, and 40 years since the second. Time surely does fly when you are having fun!
My former employer (GE) will be delighted to match it. Read More
Gerre Garrett Title: Philanthropy is for Everyone Occupation: Adjunct Instructor of Acting and Sketch Comedy Degree:
Until recently, I considered philanthropy to be something that OTHER people did. Read More
Linda Pohl Title: Women and Veterans Deserve Support Occupation: Assistant Dean, CoAS Degree:
I feel that those who have been financially successful in a country where anyone can achieve great things should be generous with their time and resources so that others may follow. Read More
Roy Cornely Title: Sharing the Blessing of Education Occupation: Electronics Researcher and Educator Degree: BSEE,1960.MSEE,1962.EE PhD,1972
I believe that sharing our blessings with other people, including our global society, is essential to provide meaning to our lives. Read More
Jonathan Koffler Title: Support for ALL our students, without discrimination Occupation: Businessman Degree: MBA 2002, BS/BA 1976
I believe in giving as much as I can and truly enjoy donating to causes I believe in. Read More
Bernadette Lindemer Title: Promoter of Civil Rights Occupation: Degree:
James W. Lindemer, CoE '69 MS '74, believed in the importance of education and hard work, and he embodied Drexel University's founding principle of inclusion and equal access to education. After his passing in 1996, I established the James W. Lindemer Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund to carry on his legacy. Read More
Philanthropy is my way of getting things 'done' in the world. I enjoy supporting organizations that are able to actually accomplish the things that I know are important, but don't have the time, talent or energy to do them myself. 
I believe in giving as much as I can and truly enjoy donating to causes I believe in. 
