“After many years of volunteering at a local museum and observing the development office trying to raise money, I began to imaging how good it would feel to underwrite special projects. Then one night at a dinner party, the man next to me was telling me how he was involved with The New York Community Trust. I went home that night with lots of ideas and called The Trust the next day. A few weeks later I was in Bob Edgar’s office signing papers to begin a wonderful chapter in my life. It has made my life richer.” —
Susan Wells Donnell
"I started our fund simply because it was easy, inexpensive, and well managed. But over time, I realized the greatest benefit…that my nieces and nephews could learn and continue a tradition of charity, which is a priceless gift." — Nathan Sambul
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"We had a private foundation, but year after year it became a hassle to do the requisite paper work. Then someone suggested checking out The Trust. I called and spoke to Jane Wilton, who sounded like she would solve our problems. We had no idea that she was not exaggerating, and NYCT has not only simplified our lives, but we have felt well-supported and feel confident in how our money is being spent." — Anonymous Trust Donor
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"My wife, Joan Ganz Cooney, and I have been delighted with our long relationship with The Trust, which dates from the '70s. In fact, as checkered as my career has been, I can say that The Trust has been one of the constants. Sure, steady, reliable—a sound charitable investment." — Peter G. Peterson
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"I'm interested in many of the City's problems and opportunities: the arts, healthcare, gay and lesbian rights, kids, schools, the homeless, preserving great architecture... In due time, a good portion of my estate will go to The Trust because I believe these people are uniquely qualified to address New York's needs." — William Donnell
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“After many years of volunteering at a local museum and observing the development office trying to raise money, I began to imaging how good it would feel to underwrite special projects. Then one night at a dinner party, the man next to me was telling me how he was involved with The New York Community Trust. I went home that night with lots of ideas and called The Trust the next day. A few weeks later I was in Bob Edgar’s office signing papers to begin a wonderful chapter in my life. It has made my life richer.” —
Susan Wells Donnell