For Ty ’84 and Twig Cox ’85, supporting Doane is rooted in relationships and a deep sense of gratitude.
“Doane has remained a part of our lives because of our connections with fellow alumni, our Greek organizations and our dear friend Cody Vance ’82, who has kept in contact with us over the years,” they said.
Their motivation is straightforward: to provide others with the same opportunities they had.
“Doane makes a difference in people’s lives,” they said. “We can play a small part in helping others realize their dreams.”
The couple gives through a donor-advised fund, a method they’ve found both flexible and strategic.
“It allows us to separate the decisions of tax consequences and causes to support,” they said. “We are able to decide the amount of appreciated securities to donate for the year, and achieve a tax deduction while avoiding capital gains taxes.”
Their hope is to ensure continued growth for students and for Doane for generations to come.
“The support of the Doane community allowed us to grow beyond where we thought we could be,” they said. “We’re grateful Doane allowed us to be associated with such wonderful people.”
This article originally appeared in the Doane Magazine Fall 2025 edition.
