Inspired Giving
HCC, NEPM co-hosting "inspired Giving" lunch
Holyoke attorney Gina Barry, a 1994 graduate of Holyoke Community College and an estate planning specialist, will present “Pro Tips for Savvy Philanthropy’ during a complimentary lunch at the HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute on Wednesday, Feb. 18.
The lunch, part of a series of “Inspired Giving” events hosted by HCC, will run from 12 to 1:30 p.m. at the HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute, 164 Race St., Holyoke. The lunch is free and open to the public but advanced registration is required as seats are limited.
The event is co-hosted by New England Public Media. the local affiilate of National Public Radio. NEPM Executive Editor Elizabeth Román, a 2003 graduate of HCC, will also speak about the impact of community journalism and her journey from HCC to her current role.
HCC President George Timmons will introduce the speakers.
Barry, chair of the Estate Planning and Elder Law Department of Bacon Wilson, P.C., will break down what donors should know about the shifting tax landscape.
“Many people I talk to aren’t aware that recent changes to the tax code might affect their tax returns this year,” said John Sieracki, HCC leadership gift officer. “Combining forces with NEPM during these challenging financial times has been a great way to get the message out to our supporters.”
Lunch will be prepared and served by students enrolled in HCC’s culinary arts program.
Parking is available on site and along Race Street.
If the college is closed Feb. 18 due to inclement weather, the program will be moved online, and registrants will be emailed a Zoom link.
To register, please go to hcc.edu/inspired or contact John Sieracki, HCC leadership gift officer, at 413-687-0322 / jsieracki@hcc.edu.
PHOTOS: Top: Lawyer Gina Barry '94 gives a talk at HCC in 2023. (Inset) Liz Román '03, executive editor at New England Public Media
