Personal Donor Stories

Henry and Amy Liss
Giving Something Back Through Scholarships

In 2004, scholarships totaling $15,000 were awarded from the Amy and Henry Liss Scholarship Fund to five Jefferson Medical College students.

In fact, Amy and Henry Liss have a lifetime commitment to giving something back. In addition to raising their two sons, Amy has served on the board of the Williston Northampton School, Antioch University Board of Trustees, and the Ms. Foundation for Women and its Healthy Girls-Healthy Women initiative. Dr. Liss serves on the board for the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation, and has volunteered his time with several state committees on spinal cord injury. Says Mrs. Liss, “If you are able to participate in the community and help others, you really should. It’s so rewarding and exciting.”

When Dr. and Mrs. Liss recently celebrated 50 years of marriage, their son David suggested putting on a big anniversary party for them. They declined, saying that they would much rather have the money donated to their favorite cause – the Amy and Henry Liss Scholarship Fund. Jefferson soon received a generous check to add to the fund.

Henry and Amy Liss believe in living their lives with energy, a sense of humor, devotion to the things they believe are most important, and a willingness to share their resources in the service of others. Jefferson Medical College is fortunate to have their interest and support.