Gift is "Brick" in Bridge of Student Opportunity

As Provost and Chief Academic Officer at Tiffin University, Dr. Peter Holbrook focuses on providing the highestquality educational programs for students. However, quality higher education comes at a cost that not every family can afford. Dr. Holbrook strongly believes in transforming lives through education and seeks to make it more accessible. That's why Dr. Holbrook and his spouse, Tom Hoffman, named Tiffin University as a beneficiary in their estate plan. The gift, once realized, will create an endowed scholarship.

"When we made our planned gift, we were thinking about the access and opportunity it could provide for students," says Dr. Holbrook. Their long-term investment in Tiffin University will secure a sustainable future for the University's students. "Every dollar we invest creates future possibilities for the mission of TU to continue well past our lifetime."

As a first-generation college student, Dr. Holbrook understands the impact of an education. Now, as successful professionals, he and Tom were inspired to pay forward the academic opportunities they received. They hope their generous gift will assist future students in achieving their dreams and leading successful lives.

"Each degree I earned has opened doors and provided me with opportunities that I would not have without an education," Dr. Holbrook says. "A college education develops the initial potential for the degree holder. It provides a platform to launch future life and work experiences that allow individuals to make a difference in the communities and organizations they live and serve."

Dr. Holbrook has been part of Tiffin University for four years, serving as Provost. His passion has grown, along with his relationships with colleagues and students.

"My job allows me to make a positive difference in the lives of our faculty, staff and students," says Dr. Holbrook. "The Tiffin University community inspires me each day. It is about the people and the ability to create access and opportunity for students. Our planned gift may be the first or last brick that builds the bridge between where a student is and wants to be in the future."

To Dr. Holbrook and Tom, giving back to Tiffin University is fulfilling. "We give because we want to be part of something larger than ourselves—it's all about the potential that gift may make," says Tom. "No matter how large or small, it has an impact. Our collective giving helps the University thrive in the present and future."

MAKE AN IMPACT AT TU

You can create a meaningful impact on our students and programs by including a gift to Tiffin University in your estate plan.

Contact Mitchell P. Blonde, CFRE at blondemp@tiffin.edu or 419.448.3584 to learn about your giving options.