Cato’s Sponsors recognize that it is vital that our principles once again become central in policy debates. In addition to being even more persuasive, we must reach a larger, younger audience. While our families are the exception, all too often young people are not exposed to the libertarian vision for a free, open, and civil society.
Recently, several Sponsors have contacted Cato to redirect their gift plans after discouraging interactions with their alma maters, which had previously figured prominently in their gift plans. As student outreach and talent development has long been featured in Cato’s core activities, we are happy to discuss the Institute’s vision for reaching students—many of whom have lived through government failure during the pandemic—with our positive, persuasive vision of liberty’s promise. Cato interns are shining examples of our community’s commitment to the next generation.
“I’ve joined a dynamic network of professionals advocating for individual liberty, free markets, and peace. Because of this internship, I can make a lasting difference with my legal advocacy.” — Madalyn Brooks, Center for Constitutional Studies intern
“The Cato internship program has taught me the importance of rigorous data analysis and improved my understanding of the investment infrastructure in the United States.” — Nidhi Nair, tax and budget policy intern
“Cato’s prestige goes far beyond the U.S. border. When I returned home during the pandemic, I was at a loss of what to do next, but the work I did for Cato intrigued a senior partner at a top management consulting company in Beijing.” — Olivia Zhang, defense and foreign policy intern
This year, Sponsors have created gifts for Cato in their wills, trusts, and investment accounts; created charitable annuities; and made gifts of real estate. In addition to partnering with Cato to advance our shared beliefs, many of these gift plans also provide the priceless benefit of denying the IRS even more money.
