Why We Give

Suki Nax For the Love of Orchids
"My late husband, David Nax, and I met as American Orchid Society (AOS) judges and traveled together to judge orchid exhibits. In 1998, we went to the AOS show at The Huntington where we met Jim Folsom, Director of the Botanical Gardens, to show him a selection of gold orchids." More

Tania N. Norris Philanthropy in Bloom
The chance to participate in a botanical art class presented itself about 18 years ago at the Virginia Robinson Gardens, Beverly Hills. I remember thinking, "Painting flowers should be fun." More

Remarkable Joy in Supporting a Place We Love
John and Julie Quinn say every experience they have had with The Huntington has brought them joy, including their recent gift estate gift. More

Nowland Hong Entrusting The Huntington With Our Father's Legacy
Y.C. Hong's legal papers and family ephemera are now a part of The Huntington's collection. More

Nan Rae The Huntington's Gift to Us
I've become convinced that everyone has a unique purpose that only they can fulfill. I found mine, in large part, some 20 years ago when James Folsom, Telleen/Jorgensen Director of the Botanical Gardens, asked me if I'd like to teach my brush painting classes at The Huntington. More

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