Be a part of the GCC Legacy Society
By becoming a member of the Legacy Society, you help ensure that our mission continues
to make a lasting impact for generations to come. Your commitment creates a meaningful
legacy of generosity, hope, and enduring support for those we serve.
Join the GCC Legacy Society
We are proud that GCC is growing, thriving institution providing our youth with a
strong community college education.
Arthur and Paula Devine are living their very own legacy right here in Glendale.
Long-time Glendale residents and public servants, Art and Paula committed themselves
to supporting education many years ago.
Paula was deeply moved when she visited a GCC classroom many years ago while serving
as a guest lecturer in the Women’s Studies Program. At that time she was also serving
on the Glendale Commission on the Status of Women. Expanding her love of education
following her retirement, Paula taught a class in the GCC Physical Education Program.
“With a background in education, Paula has always supported education programs for
Glendale’s youth,” said Arthur. “We truly believe that there is no better place to
invest than in our own community. GCC and GUSD are the best there is when it comes
to local schools.”
Paula remains active in public service as the current mayor of the City of Glendale.
“We are proud that GCC is a growing, thriving institution providing our youth with
a strong community college education,” she said. “We are committed to doing our best
to ensure that this continues and that our community members have the opportunity
to receive an excellent education.”
The Devines are members of the GCC Legacy Society, having named the Glendale College
Foundation in their Trust, and will continue to support GCC in the future through
their financial investment. While there are many ways to leave a legacy to the Foundation,
Art and Paula chose to write their own and work through their attorney to incorporate
it into their Trust.
When asked to share information with others who might be interested in joining them
in the GCC Legacy Society, Arthur stated, “there is no better or wiser investment
in the future of our city, state and country than the support we are able to give
to our schools. These young people are our greatest assets and we must do what we
can to ensure that they have the opportunity to become productive and successful citizens. What
better gift is there than to know that your legacy will perpetuate the education and
development of those who follow us?”
For more information, please contact Paola Santana, executive director, at (818) 551-5196 or psantana@glendale.edu.
The discussion herein is general in nature and may not apply to all individuals. Prospective
donors are urged to consult their personal tax and financial advisors concerning the
specific consequences of making gifts to Glendale College.
