New Philanthropic Fund Announced

The American College of Dentists Announces A New Philanthropic Gift

Jean Hopeman, Friend of the College

The Jean Hopeman Fellowship Development Fund has been established in the Foundation to assist Fellows from outside the United States with enjoying all of the benefi ts associated with Fellowship in the American College of Dentists. This global outreach concept was envisioned by Jean Hopeman and modeled on her experiences with volunteerism and activism in the San Francisco Bay area. Jean believes in paying it forward and providing assistance where assistance might be needed. Jean contends that giving is important because it not only restores faith in humanity, but also reminds us of our social responsibility to engage in the progress of our communities.

Successful fund development plans are built on the foundation of two main factors: relationships that continually strengthen connections between people and the mission of the organization, and solid organizational structures and practices that enable the organization to carry out its mission effectively. Jean knows that writing checks isn’t enough to achieve lasting and necessary change. Real organizational change requires empowering individuals and providing opportunities for that engagement. As the late philanthropist Mary Ritter Beard contends “the results of philanthropy are always beyond calculation.”

The American College of Dentists wishes to thank Jean for her generous gift and her three decades of distinguished service to the College. Chinese philosopher, Confucius, reminds us that “if you want

happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help someone else.“

Your College is on the Move 103 North Adams, Street Rockville, Maryland Executive Offi ce and Legacy Walkway

In early 2010, the leadership of the College began to search for a more conveniently located home for the Executive Offi ce of the College. Their expressed goal was to purchase a commercial property that had walkable access to public transportation, dining, and lodging in the greater Washington D.C. area, making it easier for our Fellows to visit. In 2013, thanks to the very generous gifts of three donors totaling 1½ million dollars, the Foundation purchased a commercial offi ce building in the Montgomery Avenue Historic District of Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Patricia Blanton, the late Dr. Jerome Miller, and an anonymous donor made this dream a reality. This beautiful property will house the College Executive Offi ce as well as the Foundation Offi ce and the American College of Dentists’ Library. Additionally, the planned ACD Legacy Walkway will replace the existing sidewalks and further enhance the surrounding landscaping. The Legacy Walkway project honors our Fellows, past and present, and their contributions to our organization and its mission to advance ethics, excellence, leadership, and professionalism. The building renovation is slated to begin on January 2, 2021 with a move in date set for July 1, 2021. Many of our renovation goals are functional, aimed at creating spaces that Welcome to our new neighborhood! accommodate evolving work The Executive Offi ce is in walking distance to restaurants, services, requirements and updated and Rockville Transit Station, technology infrastructure—a which includes DC Metro service true 21st century facility and Amtrak. for our second century. opening and welcome A formal opening ceremony reception are schedule is planned to commemorate on the College’s 101st the occasion. The grand birthday—August 20, 2021.