Why I Give: Morley Glicken

“When I was growing up in North Dakota, everyone knew that if you had a serious medical problem that couldn’t be treated locally, you went to Mayo Clinic.
What I can say without hesitation is that the care provided at Mayo Clinic is exceptional. By exceptional I mean medical care that is patient-centered, unrushed, clearly explained, innovative, evidenced-based, and warm and caring.
As a retired professor of social work and a former CEO of a large nonprofit social agency, I believe that when charitable giving is personal, it comes from the heart and it carries with it a powerful message to others … this is a place I believe in.”
Morley D. Glicken, Ph.D.
Tucson, Arizona
A conversation with Morley Glicken
Rare car donated for cancer research

"Tackling the toughest health care challenges is what Mayo does best. No wonder they are ranked so highly in so many medical areas. That’s why we decided to support Mayo Clinic’s mental health programs."

"To say the level of care at Mayo is unique is an understatement, and it is something I have not experienced anywhere else. When one hears that the patient comes first at Mayo, it is true. I have no words to thank Mayo Clinic. Mayo has given me the gift of extending my life. I am grateful that I can give back and know that in some way I am helping to make a difference.”

“Mayo Clinic is a special place — it’s the cohesiveness, competency and compassion shown by the doctors and staff and the immediate follow-up. The level of care is just so different, and it’s a pleasure to be on campus. All in all, it’s just such a fantastic organization. We believe in giving back, and it gives us such joy to give to Mayo.”