Planned Giving
Canterbury Society
Purpose
The Canterbury Society was founded in honor of St. Augustine of Canterbury, the patron saint of the Marmion Abbey Church, to:
- Recognize the friends of Marmion who make the Abbey, Academy or Guatemala Mission a beneficiary of a planned gift.
- Encourage others, by example, to consider a planned gift.
- Assure the continued financial health of Marmion, now and in the future.
Invitation to Join
Canterbury Society members make an estate or other planned gift commitment to Marmion. Qualifying commitments include:
- Bequest provision in a will or living trust (no minimum amount)
- Life income agreement (annuity or trust) with Marmion as beneficiary
- IRA beneficiary
- Life insurance policy with Marmion as owner and/or beneficiary
- Real estate gift with Marmion as beneficiary
Membership Benefits
- Recognition in appropriate Marmion publications, with expressions of gratitude by the monks of Marmion. Wishes to remain anonymous will be respected
- Inspiration for others to consider a planned gift
- Annual Canterbury Society Mass on first Sunday of May, with Brunch in the Abbey Refectory with the monks
- Satisfaction for making a lasting contribution to Marmion's future
Ways to Give
Giving Tuesday
At Marmion Academy, #GivingTuesday is an opportunity to direct unrestricted support to the Marmion Fund. These short, high-energy campaigns also help Marmion engage alumni, families, and new donors and can unlock matching grants or local incentive grants when participation goals are met.
Ways to Give
Salute to Youth
Salute to Youth is an annual fundraising event, hosted by the Marmion Benedictines and Board of Trustees. This cherished tradition brings together parents, alumni, and friends of Marmion for an evening that celebrates the senior class while raising vital support for the school. Guests enjoy a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, and live music in an elegant setting.
To learn more about the event please contact, Kathleen Hausmann, Executive Director of Advancement, at khausmann@marmion.org.
Ways to Give
Day of Giving
Marmion Academy’s annual Day of Giving is a time for our community to unite in support of our mission to form young men and women of faith, character, and leadership. Every gift makes a lasting impact, supporting scholarships, academic and extracurricular programs, campus resources, and leadership opportunities while carrying our mission forward for the next generation.
Advancement
Meet the Advancement Team
Our Advancement Team is here to connect your generosity with the mission of Marmion. Their goal is to help ensure every gift makes a lasting impact for Marmion Abbey, Marmion Academy, and Marmion’s Guatemala Mission.
Kathleen Hausmann
Executive Director of Advancement
khausmann@marmion.org
(630) 966-7672
Fr. Charles Reichenbacher, OSB '59
Director of Planned Giving
creichenbacher@marmion.org
(630) 897-6936
Maria Asher
Assoc. Director of Major Gifts
masher@marmion.org
(630) 966-7642
Tyler Friel '11
Director of Alumni
tfriel@marmion.org
(630) 966-7665
Terri Rios
Creative Director
trios@marmion.org
(630) 966-7666
Jessica Brown
Events Manager
jbrown@marmion.org
(630) 966-7654
Rhonda Cousins
Advancement Office Manager
rcousins@marmion.org
(630) 966-7628
Sheila Bangs
Database Specialist
sbangs@marmion.org
(630) 966-7644