In early 1978, David G. Tangvald heard one of his sons expressing an interest in Jesuit High School. What was to follow would help shape a family and begin the journey and tradition that now spans 33 years.
One of his sons, David J. Tangvald, (JHS '83), recalls his father's commitment to sending his children to Jesuit. "The Jesuit community produced six graduates over the past three decades," says Dave. "Each of us who entered came out the other side as a graduate following our own individual paths."
Dave's father laid the foundation for this enduring support of Jesuit through his philanthropic leadership and a very thoughtful decision he made in his lifetime. "When Dad passed away in November 1998, he left part of his estate to four charities," says Dave. "Dad had the insight to have his children and their families deliver each of the checks in person to each organization. That day is forever etched in my mind."
Jesuit High School received a gift from the estate in the amount of $250,000. The Tangvald planned gift now totals over $315,000 and is a part of the Jesuit High School endowment fund. While this fund continues to grow, it simultaneously supports critical financial aid for 26 percent of the student body who count on this tuition assistance to attend Jesuit.
Dave's father became a founding member of Jesuit High School's Legacy Club. This special group includes many individuals and families who have made an intentional pledge in their lifetime to include the school in their family estate plans. Dave and his wife, Jennifer became members of the Legacy Club as well. "My wife and I wanted to contribute to something in which we believe," says Dave. With nearly 300 members who have made their planned gift intentions known, Jesuit's continued legacy looks promising thanks to people like the Tangvald family.
How You Create Your Legacy
If you want to help continue forming students of competence, conscience, compassion and character, contact Diane Salzman at 503-291-5497 or development@jesuitportland.org.