Francille Firebaugh

"During my tenure as a trustee of Ithaca College, my belief in the college deepened," says Francille Firebaugh. "The programs are strong, we attract good students, and it's an exciting place."

Francille, a former member of the Ithaca College Board of Trustees and the Friends of Ithaca College, was the first person to establish an annuity when the college resumed its charitable gift annuity program. The annuity provides Francille with an income for life, and after her lifetime the residual funds will be used to establish a named scholarship.

"This opportunity is ideal for alumni or anyone who wants to support the college's mission and programs while maintaining a lifetime income stream. It's remarkably easy to set up and has definite tax advantages."