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PragerU Legacy Stories
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"We celebrate the life and legacy of Eric D., who generously honored
PragerU through his estate plans. A Philadelphia native, Eric enjoyed a
distinguished career in national sales before dedicating his retirement
to his passion for model railroading. His commitment to preserving
American history-reflected in both his volunteer work and his support of
PragerU's mission-endures through his final gift made primarily through
simple beneficiary designations. We are deeply grateful for his vision
and generosity."
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"We are deeply moved to honor the legacy of Dr. Robert R.,
a distinguished ophthalmologist and gifted musician in Arizona who left
a generous estate gift to PragerU. Bob had shared that he included
PragerU in his plans, but the magnitude of his gift (made primarily via
his retirement accounts) was a humbling surprise that far exceeded his
lifetime giving. Beyond his support for our mission, Bob also dedicated
his life to restoring sight for underserved communities and creating
beautiful music."
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"We are incredibly grateful to celebrate the memory of Albert C., a
retired plumber from California who remembered PragerU with a
significant and unexpected legacy gift. Though Albert had not been a
donor during his lifetime, his generous estate distribution serves as a
powerful testament to his quiet, steadfast commitment to our shared
values. His hardworking spirit and generous gift illustrate the impact
anyone can make to America's future."
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Sheila gave PragerU its first significant legacy gift. A devoted fan of
Dennis Prager who lived in Arizona, she left PragerU the entirety of her estate.
Born in New York City, Sheila lived a life marked by curiosity and adventure,
studying art history and traveling extensively. After the tragedy of the
September 11 attacks, she relocated to Arizona, where in her later years she
found comfort in Dennis's voice and PragerU's content. When Sheila passed away
in 2018, just shy of her 80th birthday, we received an incredible letter. Though
she had never given during her lifetime, her extraordinary generosity became the
foundation of what is now the PragerU Legacy Society, ensuring her impact will
endure for generations.
Testimonials from PragerU Legacy Society Members
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"Our decision behind including PragerU in our estate plan is our deep
respect for Dennis Prager as a person and what he has built. Dennis went from
being our go-to talk show while we were dating in our twenties to being our
go-to resource while we are homeschooling our three kids. We utilize all of
their programming, shows, podcasts, and events to shape our home and values for
our kids. Our oldest found herself as the first national champion on Street
Smarts, our middle son utilizes the teachings for teens and has completed the
Cash Course in its entirety, and our youngest child is currently in her second
year of my co-op's presidents and patriotism course taught almost entirely with
PragerU curriculum. We could not be more grateful for the resource. We can only
hope, pray, and financially support others to get as much out of the patriotism,
love of country, and morality that we have received from PragerU resources."
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"I'm really happy to share that I've recently named PragerU as the primary
beneficiary of my trust and assets. It's a decision that feels both meaningful
and exciting to me. What led me to do this is my strong agreement with PragerU's
Judeo-Christian worldview, their clear and confident pro-America message, and
the outstanding work they're doing to educate the next generation with these
important values. In today's world, it's refreshing to support an organization
that stands up for faith, patriotism, and truth in such a positive and effective
way. Their videos and resources are reaching so many young people and families,
and I'm confident they're making a real difference. By including PragerU in my
estate plans, I know my resources will continue to support something I believe
in deeply. I warmly encourage anyone who shares these values to consider doing
the same - whether it's with part or all of your assets. It's a great way to
invest in the future of our country and the principles that matter most. PragerU
has my full support and gratitude. Keep up the great work!"
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"I am a retired Army veteran with 24 years of service and four combat tours
over two Middle East wars. I am a husband, dad, and granddad, and someone who
truly loves this country, but not what is happening in it today. My goal in
including PragerU in my estate plans is to ensure future generations of this
country know the truth about our history as a nation, world history, and the
values we hold in the US, and not a one-sided, skewed view of what people think
we should know. Please keep doing what you are doing and being the organization
I have come to rely on for truth and perspective."
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"We believe that the greatest gifts we can leave to future generations are
these: a deep conviction that God is good and the Bible offers timeless,
meaningful guidance for life; educational experiences grounded in our core
values of truth, liberty, and justice; a clear understanding of history and the
wisdom it imparts; and the self-efficacy and personal responsibility needed to
thrive as free individuals. In a world overwhelmed by misinformation and moral
confusion, PragerU stands out as a powerful, unapologetic force for honesty and
good. The engaging videos and resources teach young people the facts of history,
the principles of free enterprise, and the moral foundation of our republic
without ideological filters. PragerU consistently defends truth over feelings,
liberty over coercion, and a vision of justice based on equal opportunity and
personal character. By supporting PragerU, we are investing in the next
generation's ability to think critically, love their country, and live as free
men and women guided by faith and reason. We want our legacy to be one of hope
and enduring American ideals. We are grateful for PragerU's work and honored to
stand with you in preserving the best of America for those who come after us."
Other Stories
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Joe and Anna have been faithful supporters of our organization. They believe it is important to help further our mission.
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Joanne and her late husband Hal had been longtime supporters of our organization. Recently, Joanne's children encouraged...
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After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small town, Patricia is ready to retire.
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Howard and Lynn were both age 55 when they purchased some vacant land a few miles outside of town. They thought real estate would be a good investment that could be sold later for a profit.
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Peter and Gail were nearing retirement. Over the years, with the help of their financial advisor, they made solid investments in securities and built a sizable portfolio.
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Many years ago, Clara bought a home. Since she was very pleased with her home, she bought stock in the company that built the home.
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Pat and Shelly were recently married. They both had been dedicated volunteers at their favorite charity for many years.
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Gene and Carol purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. The company has done well.
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Mary grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she and her husband Bill inherited the farm.
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Miranda lived in the family home where she and her spouse had raised their three children. After her spouse passed away, Miranda found it increasingly difficult to care for her property.
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Luis is a 54-year-old executive at a large healthcare company. He purchased company stock during years when the stock price was low, and now the stock has grown substantially in value.
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Susan and Kevin bought a vacant lot along Lake Michigan many years ago. They had planned to build a second home so that their family could spend their summers along the lake.
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As is the case with many families, there are times each year when Jim and Sharon focus their attention on gift giving.
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Keith has been a faithful supporter of Prager University Foundation and makes regular gifts to support our work.
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Harold and Jeanne married after meeting at an event Prager University Foundation held for our donors. They wanted to leave a legacy gift...
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Nancy and David were dedicated volunteers. Over the years, they had seen many individuals helped by the good work of their favorite charity.
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Several years ago, Larry and Allison invested $30,000 in what they believed to be an attractive stock.
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Michael and Kelly were retired engineers with two adult children. They owned a home, some stocks, and IRAs.
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Jonathan purchased his home many years ago for $80,000. The home is now worth $420,000. Jonathan wants to sell his home and buy a condo for $130,000.
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Thomas was a widower who had a great love for our organization. As an individual who had directly benefited from our work, Thomas wanted to thank us with a gift from his estate.
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Luke and Cynthia spent many years volunteering and supporting their favorite charity. They wanted to give back in a way that would help fulfill its mission.
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While visiting her favorite charity's website, June came across the idea of a give it twice trust. She contacted the charity for more information.
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Ron and Kathy worked for many years building their nest egg for retirement.
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Marla and Wayne purchased a life insurance policy many years ago to create security for their children's future.
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We have all heard the saying "You can't have your cake and eat it too." This phrase describes a situation where we want two good things at the same time when that isn't possible.
