Baird Foundation Annual Report Imagine More: 2016 | Page 7

In addition to gifts made directly to qualifying charities, Baird Foundation matches U.S. associates’
contributions to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations up to 50% through its Matching Gift Program.
Baird also funds a Matching Gift Program for associates in Europe and Asia.
When I visited a women’s shelter, I saw firsthand the
devastating effect of cruelty. To know that I could do
something, even in a small way – that’s how it started
for me.
Blaine Gibson, Private Wealth Management
Mequon, WI
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County
Baird’s charitable match helps a great cause I support to
further advance towards achieving its objective.
Tom O’Hare, Global Investment Banking
Washington, D.C.
Pelotonia
Great Escape Theater creates dialog and builds
cultural diversity in the community, inspiring new
ideas. Grateful for Baird’s match.
Michael McNeil, IT
Milwaukee, WI
Great Escape Theater
I think it’s important to give back to the community and
it’s a responsibility we all share. It’s great that Baird
supports this along with the Gift Match program, which
allows us to extend our impact in the community.
Gordon Pan, Baird Capital
Chicago, IL
Near North Montessori School
My husband and I created a fund through the
Community Foundation of Sarasota. With the Baird
Foundation match, we are able to help even more
people and organizations in need.
I am a strong believer in giving back to my community.
The older I get, the luckier I feel to have been afforded
a good life with strong values. If I can make a positive
impact on those less fortunate, I’ll take every opportunity
to do so.
Kim Haws Falasco, Private Wealth Management
Akron, OH
United Way of Summit County
Baird’s match helps me maximize my giving to help
children and families all over the world!
Stephen Anderson, Public Finance
Charlotte, NC
RhizoKids International
Lisa Keverian, Private Wealth Management
Sarasota, FL
Community Foundation of Sarasota County
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