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Invest in K. Invest in the future.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every gift to Kalamazoo College unlocks opportunities, fuels discoveries and enriches the journey of tomorrow’s leaders. Your investment today shapes their success tomorrow. Together, let’s build a brighter future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why Give?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Your Impact. Your Way.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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For many alumni, giving back is something that happens once the career is settled and life slows down. Alex Cadigan \u201919 began giving before he crossed the Commencement stage and hasn\u2019t stopped since. Now he supports three areas that impacted him the most\u2014and this fiscal year, we hope you\u2019ll join him in making a gift to the Kalamazoo College Fund.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Landrie Fridsma ’27<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Landrie Fridsma ’27, K is more than a college. It’s the place where she found her academic home. From researching in the organic chemistry lab to navigating higher education as a first-generation student, her path at K has been made possible by the generosity of donors like you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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K to Build Two New Residence Halls<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kalamazoo College is launching plans for new residence halls, reflecting the College\u2019s long-term commitment to enhancing student life and academic experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make A Difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With so many ways to give<\/a><\/strong> to K, there is a place here for you to make a difference. Whether you are enhancing the student experience, leveling up our athletic teams, creating an endowed scholarship, designating K as a beneficiary of your retirement plan, submitting a matching gift through your employer or giving your time to reconnect with classmates, your generosity helps to sustain cherished traditions and forge new innovations that honor K’s mission.<\/p>\n\n\n

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