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Eight Honored With Circle of Philanthropy Award
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The newly-established Circle of Philanthropy award, the highest level of recognition for philanthropy and service to McDonogh, was presented to eight deserving recipients in a virtual ceremony on Thursday, February 11. Honorees were recognized for giving $1 million or more to McDonogh within their lifetime; having a noteworthy, school-wide impact or supporting and directing fundraising for a specific major school priority project; and going above and beyond the call of duty to do the “greatest possible amount of good” for McDonogh and the larger community. Watch the ceremony.
After remarks from Head of School Dave Farace ‘87, the following eight inductees were introduced to an audience of family, friends, and Trustees:
R. Jack Doub ‘52 (deceased)
Jack Doub, a bright, hard-working, and popular student graduated from McDonogh as a “12-year man” in 1952. His gratitude for his McDonogh experience motivated him to become one of the School’s greatest longtime champions. He contributed his time by serving as the President of the Alumni Association and later as a member of the Board of Trustees, where he served three separate terms for a total of 20 years. Jack also contributed significant financial resources to the School and motivated others to do the same. He worked hard to increase giving among McDonogh alumni, particularly those celebrating their 50th reunions; and, along with Henry Rosenberg ’48, co-chaired the Becoming Our Best campaign.
Michael Greenebaum
Michael Greenebaum, the son of Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum, is fully devoted to carrying on the mission of the Greenebaum Family Foundation: to improve the human condition through education and medicine. McDonogh School has been a grateful beneficiary of this generosity. Before joining the Board of Trustees in 2013, as a parent, Michael served on numerous committees, contributed generously to several fundraising efforts, and offered expert guidance on the design and growth of the School’s physical plant. In his current role as Chair of the Buildings and Grounds Committee, his knowledge and experience in the field of real estate development have been invaluable. Of greatest impact by far, however, has been the $8 million lead gift through his family’s foundation for the construction of the new Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Middle School building.
Barbara and Sigmund Kassap
Barbara and Sigmund Kassap's strong work ethic led to success in life and generosity toward McDonogh. After enrolling their children, Harry ‘86 and Kaylie ‘94, Barb immediately became a loyal and enthusiastic volunteer with the parents association, particularly the Hospitality Committee, and helped to coordinate the Holiday Bazaar. Barb and Sig’s support did not end with their children’s graduation; they continued to be strong advocates for McDonogh as supporters of our scholarship program, donors to the McDonogh Forever Campaign, and more recently, as contributors to the Legacy Campaign. Today, Harry and Kaylie continue their parents’ legacy as active alumni who give generously to the school. Kaylie, the parent of a McDonogh middle schooler says, “We were taught that if you are going to be part of the community, you get involved.” Harry adds, “Being generous is not just financial. It is being generous with your time and emotions. That is generosity of spirit.”
Don Kirk ‘59
Don Kirk ‘59, a loyal alumnus who loves McDonogh, credits the school for instilling the work ethic and values which have made him successful. It is why he gives freely of his time, treasure, and talent. As past President and current CEO of Windsor Electric Company, Don has used his knowledge and resources to complete dozens of projects on campus, all without fanfare and most without invoices. He has personally overseen countless upgrades to our facilities, such as installing LED lighting in the Lower School, Upper School, Field House, Rollins-Luetkemeyer Athletic Center Center, Fader Innovation Center, and the new Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Middle School building. A proponent of hands-on, real-world education, Don has a particular fondness for Roots Farm and the Fader Innovation Center. He even donated one of his prized vintage cars to the school to serve as inspiration for an automotive science component to McDonogh’s LifeReady curriculum.
Howard Klein ’76
As a student, Howard Klein ‘76 was highly successful academically and heavily involved in extracurricular activities. As an active alumnus, Howard has been a devoted volunteer and a generous donor. He was a member of the Board of Trustees from 2004 to 2019, serving as President from 2017 to 2019. In that role, Howard was a strong proponent of “good governance” and committed himself to furthering McDonogh’s financial sustainability. He played crucial roles in the School's capital campaigns and fundraising efforts inspiring others to give back to the school they love. He also coined the term “LifeReady” to describe the school’s academic strategic plan. Howard’s legacy at McDonogh will be a lasting one.
Jack Luetkemeyer
In 1961, business associates and friends H. Beale Rollins and John A. Luetkemeyer, Sr. formed the Rollins-Luetkemeyer Foundation to support charitable causes. More than 50 years before, Beale had enrolled in McDonogh as a 10-year-old orphan and, in 1915, graduated as the class valedictorian. Beale credited his long-term success to his McDonogh education and convinced John of the school’s enormous value. Later, John passed the responsibility of managing the Rollins- Luetkemeyer Foundation to his son, Jack Luetkemeyer, who for decades has served as the Director and President. He has worked to make sure the Foundation stays true to its mission, which in turn has benefitted McDonogh in many profound and positive ways. Under Jack’s direction, the Rollins-Luetkemeyer Foundation has played a crucial role in funding major campus building projects and providing scholarship support. He was instrumental in bringing the Campus Master Plan to life by making the largest gift in the school’s history to the McDonogh Forever campaign. Additionally, he has motivated local philanthropists to invest in the school and worked to broaden the base of donors including alumni, parents, and the greater McDonogh community.
George Ramsey ‘58
From his home in Austin, TX George Ramsey ‘58 maintains a close, personal relationship with McDonogh and continues to offer enthusiastic moral and financial support for the School's most important initiatives. He was a member of the Board of Trustees from 1995 to 2003, and consistently serves on or chairs the Reunion Committee for the Class of 1958 encouraging classmates and other alumni to give back. When it comes to McDonogh, the concept of philanthropy is close to George’s heart. In addition to endowing the Allan Debating Society and contributing to the Life Fitness Center, the Head of School House, Roots Farm, and the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Middle School, George has a particular devotion to scholarship. He has been an ardent supporter of the program for years and has a genuine interest in the academic and personal progress of the students.
The Circle of Philanthropy also includes 12 McDonogh Fellows who have been distinguished as the School’s most generous donors. They are Marc P. Blum, Class of 1960; John H. Nicolai, Class of 1954 and Sarah C. Brokke; Clarence A. Burck, Class of 1928; Joseph S. Keelty, Class of 1940; H. Beale Rollins, Class of 1915, and Mary W. Rollins; William K. Lehmann, Class of 1948, and Katherine Krauss Lehmann; William P. Martin, Class of 1900; Irvin S. Naylor, Class of 1954; and Henry A. Rosenberg, Jr., Class of 1948.
The newly-established Circle of Philanthropy award, the highest level of recognition for philanthropy and service to McDonogh, was presented to eight deserving recipients in a virtual ceremony on Thursday, February 11. Honorees were recognized for giving $1 million or more to McDonogh within their lifetime; having a noteworthy, school-wide impact or supporting and directing fundraising for a specific major school priority project; and going above and beyond the call of duty to do the “greatest possible amount of good” for McDonogh and the larger community. Watch the ceremony.
After remarks from Head of School Dave Farace ‘87, the following eight inductees were introduced to an audience of family, friends, and Trustees:
R. Jack Doub ‘52 (deceased)
Jack Doub, a bright, hard-working, and popular student graduated from McDonogh as a “12-year man” in 1952. His gratitude for his McDonogh experience motivated him to become one of the School’s greatest longtime champions. He contributed his time by serving as the President of the Alumni Association and later as a member of the Board of Trustees, where he served three separate terms for a total of 20 years. Jack also contributed significant financial resources to the School and motivated others to do the same. He worked hard to increase giving among McDonogh alumni, particularly those celebrating their 50th reunions; and, along with Henry Rosenberg ’48, co-chaired the Becoming Our Best campaign.
Michael Greenebaum
Michael Greenebaum, the son of Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum, is fully devoted to carrying on the mission of the Greenebaum Family Foundation: to improve the human condition through education and medicine. McDonogh School has been a grateful beneficiary of this generosity. Before joining the Board of Trustees in 2013, as a parent, Michael served on numerous committees, contributed generously to several fundraising efforts, and offered expert guidance on the design and growth of the School’s physical plant. In his current role as Chair of the Buildings and Grounds Committee, his knowledge and experience in the field of real estate development have been invaluable. Of greatest impact by far, however, has been the $8 million lead gift through his family’s foundation for the construction of the new Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Middle School building.
Barbara and Sigmund Kassap
Barbara and Sigmund Kassap's strong work ethic led to success in life and generosity toward McDonogh. After enrolling their children, Harry ‘86 and Kaylie ‘94, Barb immediately became a loyal and enthusiastic volunteer with the parents association, particularly the Hospitality Committee, and helped to coordinate the Holiday Bazaar. Barb and Sig’s support did not end with their children’s graduation; they continued to be strong advocates for McDonogh as supporters of our scholarship program, donors to the McDonogh Forever Campaign, and more recently, as contributors to the Legacy Campaign. Today, Harry and Kaylie continue their parents’ legacy as active alumni who give generously to the school. Kaylie, the parent of a McDonogh middle schooler says, “We were taught that if you are going to be part of the community, you get involved.” Harry adds, “Being generous is not just financial. It is being generous with your time and emotions. That is generosity of spirit.”
Don Kirk ‘59
Don Kirk ‘59, a loyal alumnus who loves McDonogh, credits the school for instilling the work ethic and values which have made him successful. It is why he gives freely of his time, treasure, and talent. As past President and current CEO of Windsor Electric Company, Don has used his knowledge and resources to complete dozens of projects on campus, all without fanfare and most without invoices. He has personally overseen countless upgrades to our facilities, such as installing LED lighting in the Lower School, Upper School, Field House, Rollins-Luetkemeyer Athletic Center Center, Fader Innovation Center, and the new Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Middle School building. A proponent of hands-on, real-world education, Don has a particular fondness for Roots Farm and the Fader Innovation Center. He even donated one of his prized vintage cars to the school to serve as inspiration for an automotive science component to McDonogh’s LifeReady curriculum.
Howard Klein ’76
As a student, Howard Klein ‘76 was highly successful academically and heavily involved in extracurricular activities. As an active alumnus, Howard has been a devoted volunteer and a generous donor. He was a member of the Board of Trustees from 2004 to 2019, serving as President from 2017 to 2019. In that role, Howard was a strong proponent of “good governance” and committed himself to furthering McDonogh’s financial sustainability. He played crucial roles in the School's capital campaigns and fundraising efforts inspiring others to give back to the school they love. He also coined the term “LifeReady” to describe the school’s academic strategic plan. Howard’s legacy at McDonogh will be a lasting one.
Jack Luetkemeyer
In 1961, business associates and friends H. Beale Rollins and John A. Luetkemeyer, Sr. formed the Rollins-Luetkemeyer Foundation to support charitable causes. More than 50 years before, Beale had enrolled in McDonogh as a 10-year-old orphan and, in 1915, graduated as the class valedictorian. Beale credited his long-term success to his McDonogh education and convinced John of the school’s enormous value. Later, John passed the responsibility of managing the Rollins- Luetkemeyer Foundation to his son, Jack Luetkemeyer, who for decades has served as the Director and President. He has worked to make sure the Foundation stays true to its mission, which in turn has benefitted McDonogh in many profound and positive ways. Under Jack’s direction, the Rollins-Luetkemeyer Foundation has played a crucial role in funding major campus building projects and providing scholarship support. He was instrumental in bringing the Campus Master Plan to life by making the largest gift in the school’s history to the McDonogh Forever campaign. Additionally, he has motivated local philanthropists to invest in the school and worked to broaden the base of donors including alumni, parents, and the greater McDonogh community.
George Ramsey ‘58
From his home in Austin, TX George Ramsey ‘58 maintains a close, personal relationship with McDonogh and continues to offer enthusiastic moral and financial support for the School's most important initiatives. He was a member of the Board of Trustees from 1995 to 2003, and consistently serves on or chairs the Reunion Committee for the Class of 1958 encouraging classmates and other alumni to give back. When it comes to McDonogh, the concept of philanthropy is close to George’s heart. In addition to endowing the Allan Debating Society and contributing to the Life Fitness Center, the Head of School House, Roots Farm, and the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Middle School, George has a particular devotion to scholarship. He has been an ardent supporter of the program for years and has a genuine interest in the academic and personal progress of the students.
The Circle of Philanthropy also includes 12 McDonogh Fellows who have been distinguished as the School’s most generous donors. They are Marc P. Blum, Class of 1960; John H. Nicolai, Class of 1954 and Sarah C. Brokke; Clarence A. Burck, Class of 1928; Joseph S. Keelty, Class of 1940; H. Beale Rollins, Class of 1915, and Mary W. Rollins; William K. Lehmann, Class of 1948, and Katherine Krauss Lehmann; William P. Martin, Class of 1900; Irvin S. Naylor, Class of 1954; and Henry A. Rosenberg, Jr., Class of 1948.