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Planned Giving Staff

The University of Minnesota offers gift planning services to alumni, donors, and friends of the University and their advisors. The planned giving team works closely with staff at the campuses, colleges, and programs of the U to ensure that donors' wishes for the ultimate use of their gifts are carried out.

To contact a planned giving staff member or learn more about the staff, click on their names below.

Frank Robertson, Director

Jane Goodnight, J.D., Associate Director

Joe Thiegs, J.D., Planned Giving Officer

Karen King, Planned Giving Coordinator

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