Meet our supporters
Behind every legacy gift is a person with an incredible story. Read on to hear what inspired some of our alumni community to pledge a gift in their Will.
Sandra Lauder
(Modern Languages, 1961).
Sandra’s gift to the Exeter Forever Fund will support vital research into dementia, diabetes and marine plastics, as well as helping students across the University.
“To repay my debt to the University would be impossible, but by making my annual donation and the provision of a legacy in my Will, I hope to ensure that future generations can benefit as I have done.”
Rene Wyndham
(MA M Litt, 1977).
As a regular donor and legacy pledger, Rene’s support has a lasting impact on Exeter’s education.
“May each student who is lucky enough to gain a place at Exeter thrive and appreciate the teaching, surroundings, and care which are offered by this fine university.”
Chris Duffy
(Physics, 1985).
Thanks to a gift in Chris’ Will, disabled students will be able to access a support fund, helping them with facilities and access across our campuses.
“My desire to donate to disabled-related projects through legacy giving was shaped through gratitude to Exeter for my opportunities.”
John Crayston
(Physics, 1966).
Gifts in Wills such as John’s have a significant impact on future generations of students.
“The principal reason for including a gift in my Will is in recognition of the good friends that I made at Exeter.”
Melanie and Michael Fink
(BA Modern Languages, 1985 and Junior Year Abroad, 1982).
Melanie and Mike’s gift honours where they met as students.
“Exeter was the top choice for our legacy gift. Endowing a Humanities lecture series bringing together academics from Exeter and around the world ensures that future generations will benefit from the depth and richness of learning about the Humanities in a global world.”
David Bays
(Economic History, 1964).
David’s gift to the Exeter Forever Endowment Fund will continue to make an impact indefinitely.
“Looking back, Exeter opened a new world and leaving a legacy is a great way of giving something back so that new generations can be similarly inspired as I was.”