Amanda Malloy, ASA Director of Development
One of the most rewarding parts of my job is hearing the stories behind the gifts—stories of mentors who changed lives, colleagues who became lifelong friends, and family members who first sparked a love of statistics. I have frequently spoken with ASA members who want to do more with their gifts—they want to honor someone who made a difference in their life.
The ASA makes it easy to do just that through the ASA Legacy Page Program. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a mentor’s retirement, recognize a colleague’s accomplishment, or pay tribute to a loved one’s memory, a gift in honor or in memory of is a powerful way to give back while preserving someone’s impact on the field. Once tribute gifts in honor or memory of an individual reach $5,000, the ASA will create a digital legacy page—a lasting tribute that tells their story and highlights the cause supported in their name. These pages are personal, meaningful, and a powerful reminder of how statistics connects us across generations.
For those who want to make an even greater impact, the Helen Walker Society recognizes individuals who donate $1,000 or more annually. Named for the first woman president of the ASA, the society celebrates leaders who are paving the way for the next generation—just as Helen Walker did through her groundbreaking work in statistical education and advocacy.
You don’t have to give a large one-time gift to join. Many members choose to give monthly, making it easy to build up to a Helen Walker Society-level gift throughout the year. Others make their donation through their IRA, taking advantage of tax benefits while supporting a mission they care about.
Whether you give to honor someone special, support the future of statistics, or just because you believe in the work the ASA does every day, thank you. Your generosity keeps our community strong and ensures the legacies of those who shaped us live on through the programs and people we support.
Interested in setting up a gift in honor or memory of someone, creating a legacy page, or joining the Helen Walker Society? I’d love to talk! You can reach me any time.
Let’s keep building a future that’s worthy of the people who got us here.
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