from the office of pl a nned giv ing
Creating A Georgetown Legacy georgetow n univ ersity | w inter 2025 giving.georgetown.edu/planned-giving The beginning of the year is a natural time to be both reflective and forward looking. 2025 is shaping up to be a very important year—both for Georgetown as we begin the search for new leadership after President DeGioia’s 23 years of service, and for potential tax reform with the expiration at the end of the year of many of the provisions for individuals. As we consider all the things we have to be grateful for and our intentions for 2025, revisiting or starting your estate planning may be on your to-do list. We hope the information in this newsletter will be helpful to you. Please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Planned Giving as a resource. Toni Eldridge Wilkes, M.D. (C’78), and David S. Wilkes, M.D., pictured in New Zealand, share a love of travel and have explored all seven continents.
Science & Scholarship
For Toni Eldridge Wilkes, M.D. (C’78), life has always revolved around science. Growing up in Philadelphia, her passion for the sciences motivated her to excel and led to the success she would achieve at Georgetown and beyond. These days, Toni is motivated by another passion—to support first-generation students and give back to the university that gave her the confidence and foundation for her achievements.
Recognizing that there are many worthwhile causes, Georgetown thanks you for your continued engagement and commitment, which makes it possible to stay true to our mission to bring forward the intellectual, spiritual, and institutional resources in the formation of our students, the inquiry of our faculty, and our commitment to the common good. Wishing you much happiness and good health in the coming new year.
As the first in her family to attend college, Toni found the process daunting. Seeking a strong science program with a solid reputation, close to home but outside Pennsylvania, she discovered Georgetown with the help of a neighbor. Toni participated in the Georgetown Community Scholars Program (CSP), which supports first-generation students with an academic summer session before first year to ease the transition to college. The program reflects Georgetown’s commitment to access and affordability, offering enhanced opportunities for a diverse cohort of students. CSP introduced Toni to the late Rev. Royden B. Davis, S.J., her academic mentor. She credits him for much of her success, as he encouraged her to major in Biology, connected her to research at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and was the first to suggest a career in medicine. (continued on next page)
Mindy Siebenaler Bopp, J.D., LL.M (L’20) Executive Director of Planned Giving & Senior Philanthropic Advisor 202-687-6778 mls300@georgetown.edu