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Leave a Lasting Legacy at Mirman School

At Mirman School, we believe in nurturing exceptional potential — not just in our students, but in our vision for the future. Planned philanthropic gifts play a vital role in ensuring that the school remains a place where highly gifted learners thrive for generations to come.

The Mirman School Legacy Society recognizes those who make a lasting commitment to the school by including Mirman School in their estate plans or by making a significant financial contribution to one of our endowments. These visionary supporters bolster our mission and sustain our capacity to ensure that Mirman School continues to inspire imagination, discovery, and a lifelong love of learning.

Ways to Join the Mirman School Legacy Society

Becoming a Mirman School Legacy Society member is simple. You can:
  • Name Mirman School as a beneficiary in your will, trust, retirement account, or life insurance policy
  • Make an outright or planned gift of $25,000 or more to one of Mirman’s Endowments
  • Share your intent with us so we can recognize your generosity and ensure your wishes are honored

Mirman School Legacy Society Member Benefits

As a member of the Mirman School Legacy Society, you will:
  • Receive an invitation to Legacy Society appreciation events
  • Be recognized and celebrated in school publications and on our school website
  • Have access to philanthropic gift planning resources and support from our Advancement Team and financial planning partners
Most importantly, you will belong to a community of supporters committed to sustaining one of the only schools in the nation dedicated exclusively to the education of highly gifted children.

Celebrating Your Commitment

Whether you are a current parent, grandparent, alumni, or longtime friend of the School, your decision to make a planned philanthropic gift leaves a meaningful imprint on the future of Mirman School. We welcome the opportunity to speak with you and / or  your financial or legal advisors about your intentions, including how you would like to be acknowledged.

To learn more about the Mirman School Legacy Society or to let us know about your philanthropic gift, please contact Noah Kaufman, Director of Advancement, at nkaufman@mirman.org or by calling (310) 775-8428.

Mirman School Legacy Society Members (as of June 1, 2025)

We are proud to recognize the following Mirman School Legacy Society members who have made a commitment to Mirman School’s  future through their planned gifts.
  • Michael C. Agran
  • Erez and Juyun Barnavon
  • Drs. Barry and Susan Berman
  • Julie and Steven Bram
  • Cynthia Carrasco
  • Deborah and Jacob Kotzubei
  • Carol and Wally Marks
  • Alan Mirman, Planned Giving
  • Committee Co-Chair
  • Leslie Mirman Geffen
  • Beth Quillen Thomas, Planned Giving
  • Committee Co-Chair
  • Lauren and Bobby Turner
  • Alison and Larry Rosenthal
  • Eric and Rachel Stern
  • Dan Vorenberg
  • Alex and Wendy Wuo

Giving Options for Legacy-Minded Donors

If you are considering making a meaningful impact at Mirman School, there are a number of charitable giving options that may be right for you — especially if you are approaching retirement or are retired.

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from Your IRA
If you are 70 years 6 months or older, you can make a tax-free donation directly from your IRA to Mirman School through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). These gifts can:
  • Count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)
  • Reduce your taxable income — even if you do not itemize deductions
  • Provide immediate support to Mirman School without affecting your cash flow
To make a QCD, simply instruct your IRA custodian to direct the gift to Mirman School. We are happy to assist with sample language or speak directly with your legal or financial advisor to make the process as easy as possible for you.

Other Charitable Giving Options

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If you have any questions or need assistance, we’re happy to help. If you’ve already made — or plan to make — your commitment, please send written confirmation of your designation to Noah Kaufman, Director of Advancement, at nkaufman@mirman.org or (310) 775-8428.
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Non-discrimination Policy

Mirman School is committed to building and sustaining a community that is free from discrimination of any kind. Mirman School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin in its  admission process or in the administration of any school program or policy.

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