Carolyn Lynch
American philanthropist and bridge player
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Carolyn Hoff Lynch (née Carolyn Ann Hoff; August 26, 1946 – October 1, 2015) was an American philanthropist and contract bridge multi-national and gold medal world champion.[1]
August 26, 1946
Carolyn Lynch | |
|---|---|
| Born | Carolyn Ann Hoff August 26, 1946 |
| Died | October 1, 2015 (aged 69) |
| Education | University of Pennsylvania |
| Occupation | Philanthropist |
| Spouse | Peter Lynch |
Philanthropy
Lynch, along with her husband Peter, co-founded the Lynch Foundation in 1988, and served as its chairman and president.[2][3] The Lynch Foundation, valued at $125 million, gave away $8 million in 2013 and has made $80 million in grants since its inception.[4] The Foundation supports education, religious organizations, cultural and historic organizations, hospitals, and medical research.
The Lynches give money primarily in five ways: as individuals, through the Lynch Foundation, through a Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund, and through two charitable trusts.
The Lynches have made gifts as individuals, donating $10 million to Peter Lynch's alma mater, Boston College, naming the School of Education after the family.[5][6]
Bridge accomplishments
Lynch was a Grand Life Master in the American Contract Bridge League and was a five-time national and a gold medal world champion.[7]
Wins
- Keohane North American Swiss Teams (3) 2008,[8] 2009,[9] 2014[10]
- Baze Senior Knockout Teams (1) 2009[11]
- Roth Open Swiss Teams (1) 2013[12]
- d’Orsi Senior Trophy (1) 2013[13]
Runners-up
- Keohane North American Swiss Teams (1) 2006[14]
- Roth Open Swiss Teams (1) 2012[15]
- Baze Senior Knockout Teams (2) 2013, 2014[16]
Personal life
Carolyn married Peter Lynch on May 11, 1968 and they moved to Marblehead, Massachusetts, in 1970. Together, they raised three daughters: Mary, Annie, and Elizabeth.[3] Carolyn died at age 69 in October 2015, from complications of leukemia.[6] The Nova documentary episode "Black hole apocalypse" (2018) that aired on January 10, 2018 was dedicated in her memory.[17]
