Class of: 1970

Carol Gendel

Carol Gendel (Wheelock’70) of San Marcos, Calif., writes, "I’ve led an interesting and varied life, but in retirement have found my most rewarding role. Since moving to San Diego in 2007 and settling in San Marcos some 11 years ago, I was appointed to a city grantmaking foundation and now serve as its president. Working with an endowment set up in 1987, we give modest grants to nonprofit organizations that help our San Marcos residents. I love being an active philanthropist and learning about the hundreds of organizations, big and small, that do incredible work every day."

From the Winter-Spring 2026 issue.