F&M Women & Philanthropy
F&M Women & Philanthropy
Beginning with their historic graduation in May 1973, women leaders have transformed the College into a more vibrant, exceptional institution through contributions as scholars, artists, researchers and agents of change. Their legacy challenges each of us to do more and to do better.
F&M鈥檚 future relies on these women to lead the way by empowering growth and shaping the landscape of global industry and culture.
Read about our celebration of F&M Women & Philanthropy charter members who helped create philanthropic history at F&M.
In May 1973, the first four-year class of women students walked across the Commencement
stage at F&M 鈥攃reating an enduring legacy and strengthening the College for the past
50 years.Honoring Legacy and Leadership
"Franklin & Marshall women are leaders鈥攖hey always have been, and they always will
be. It鈥檚 up to us, as alumnae, to affirm the legacy of the women who went before us
and to secure a strong future for the women who will follow in our footsteps."
Celebrating Women Who Inspire Us
The Women & Philanthropy movement is not defined by gendered boundaries, but by a shared commitment to F&M鈥檚 future. As philanthropic thought leader Kathleen Loehr notes in her book 鈥淕ender Matters,鈥 successful organizations ask women about their motivations, preferences and goals.
To better engage women donors, it is essential to understand the sometimes unique behaviors that drive their generosity. As Loehr explains, women鈥檚 giving is often deeply rooted in collaboration, informed intent and meaningful partnership. Inviting donors to contribute their expertise and time alongside their financial resources creates an incubator for high-impact, purpose-driven roles. When our entire community embraces these principles, we don't just secure gifts 鈥 we build a momentous and collective force for change.
Charter Members: F&M Women & Philanthropy
| Chatral A鈥檇ze 鈥75 | Patricia E. Harris 鈥77 | Amanda Atterbury Ryan, V.M.D. 鈥01 |
| Michelle de Aldrey '82 | Elizabeth Alford Hogan 鈥86 | Cheryl J. Scarboro P鈥26 |
| Barbara K. Altmann, Ph.D. | Susan Hovanec 鈥92 | Mary L. Schapiro, Esq. 鈥77, P鈥16, P鈥18 |
| Elizabeth G. Atterbury P鈥01 | Catherine N. Jasons, Esq. 鈥76 | Patricia Lewis Shadek P鈥05, P鈥06 |
| Anonymous (2) | JoAnn A. Kahn 鈥73, P鈥17 | Elizabeth Fuller Smith 鈥87 |
| Veronica Miele Beard 鈥94 | Susan Kline Klehr 鈥73, P鈥12 | June Marshall Smith 鈥86 |
| Margery A. Brittain 鈥79 | Lisa Lehman '01 | Sharon Winston Stamm, Ph.D. 鈥73 |
| Emma Q. Brown 鈥17 | Jessica Rile Lewis 鈥19 | Karen Holmes Stevenson, M.D. 鈥80 |
| Kyra L. Caffrey 鈥23 | Mary Lois Little 鈥75 | Kathy Hay Stine 鈥85 |
| Sharon L. Caffrey P鈥23 | Marianne Mardirossian P鈥24 | Emily Aurand Swonguer, D.C. 鈥00 |
| Paige A. Costigan 鈥00 | Martha Rappaport Meyers 鈥74 | Susan Aronoff Van Dolsen 鈥80 |
| Doreen Etingin Davidowitz, Esq. 鈥78, P鈥14 | Judith C. Fishlow Minter P鈥19 | Judy S. Ware P鈥99 |
| Shanni C. Davidowitz 鈥14 | Heidi Hoffman Mooney 鈥91 | Susan L. Washburn 鈥73 |
| Julie Lattin DesChamps 鈥93, P鈥28 | Lisa S. Portnoy 鈥83 | Colleen Ross Weis 鈥85 |
| Joan Fishman P鈥17 | Elizabeth Feldstein Rile 鈥90, P鈥19 | Judith M. White, Ph.D. 鈥 73 |
| Susan Katz Gervais 鈥95, P鈥25, P鈥27 | Susan M. Ringler, Esq. 鈥77 | Janice Kullback Wittmershaus 鈥78, W鈥78 |
| Anne E. Grape P鈥25 | Annalai Wheat Rivers 鈥03 | Susan Penecale Zolla P鈥00 |
| Katherine Quick Rosa 鈥92, P鈥25 |
"Women often have a very distinct relationship to philanthropy and a very different perspective on what it means to establish a legacy. The future of institutions as venerable as Franklin & Marshall depends on the support of those women and their commitment to an outstanding undergraduate experience."
Give in Honor of Women Who Shape Our Story
Each F&M community member can point to a woman who inspired them, challenged them
and celebrated them. With your gift to the College, you honor those that came before
us, those who stand beside us and those who will continue to shape the future of F&M.
Alumni, parents, faculty, professional staff and friends are invited to make gift
commitments in honor of women who shaped their lives 鈥 faculty, mentors, coaches,
friends, family and other alumni. Now is the moment to consider the women central
to your personal story and to your relationship with Franklin & Marshall.
Join us in affirming women philanthropists as central to F&M鈥檚 future. Learn more
about how you can contribute to F&M Women & Philanthropy by contacting Kristen Krista,
director of major gifts, at kkrista@fandm.edu or 732-693-2215.