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Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller

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Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller
NameMary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller
Birth date1907
Birth placePrinceton, New Jersey
Death date1997
Death placeNew York City
SpouseNelson Rockefeller
ChildrenRodman Rockefeller, Ann Rockefeller, Steven Rockefeller, Michael Rockefeller

Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller was a member of the wealthy and influential Rockefeller family and the wife of Nelson Rockefeller, the 41st Vice President of the United States. She was known for her philanthropic efforts, particularly in the areas of arts and education, and was a strong supporter of the Museum of Modern Art and the New York City Ballet. Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller was also a close friend of Dorothy Paley, the wife of William S. Paley, the founder of CBS. Her family's connections to John D. Rockefeller and Standard Oil made her a part of one of the most prominent families in American history.

● Early Life

Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller was born in Princeton, New Jersey, to a family of Presbyterian ministers and was raised in a devout household. She attended Vassar College, where she studied English literature and history, and later worked as a secretary for Owen D. Young, the chairman of General Electric. During her time at Vassar College, she was influenced by the works of Virginia Woolf and T.S. Eliot, and developed a strong interest in the arts. Her family's connections to Yale University and Harvard University also played a significant role in shaping her early life and interests.

● Marriage and Family

In 1930, Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller married Nelson Rockefeller, who was then a young businessman and a member of the Rockefeller family. The couple had four children together: Rodman Rockefeller, Ann Rockefeller, Steven Rockefeller, and Michael Rockefeller. The family was known for their philanthropic efforts, particularly in the areas of education and the arts, and were strong supporters of the Carnegie Corporation and the Ford Foundation. Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller was also a close friend of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., and the two women often worked together on philanthropic projects, including the Museum of Modern Art and the New York City Ballet.

● Philanthropy and Social Work

Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller was a dedicated philanthropist and social worker, and was involved in a number of charitable organizations throughout her life. She was a strong supporter of the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army, and worked closely with Eleanor Roosevelt on a number of projects, including the United Nations and the National Council of Negro Women. She was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Museum of Modern Art and the New York City Ballet, and worked to promote the arts and culture in New York City. Her philanthropic efforts were recognized by President Dwight D. Eisenhower and President John F. Kennedy, who both awarded her for her contributions to American society.

● Later Life and Death

In her later years, Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller continued to be involved in philanthropic work, and was a strong supporter of the Rockefeller Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation. She was also a close friend of Lady Bird Johnson and Pat Nixon, and worked with them on a number of projects, including the National Park Service and the Smithsonian Institution. Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller passed away in 1997, at the age of 90, in New York City, and was remembered for her tireless philanthropic efforts and her dedication to the arts and education. Her legacy was celebrated by President Bill Clinton and Nelson Mandela, who both praised her contributions to American society and the world.

● Legacy

Mary Todhunter Clark Rockefeller's legacy is one of philanthropy and dedication to the arts and education. She was a strong supporter of the Museum of Modern Art and the New York City Ballet, and worked to promote the arts and culture in New York City. Her philanthropic efforts were recognized by President Dwight D. Eisenhower and President John F. Kennedy, who both awarded her for her contributions to American society. Today, the Rockefeller Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation continue to support the causes that she cared about, and her legacy lives on through the many organizations and institutions that she supported throughout her life, including the United Nations, the National Council of Negro Women, and the Smithsonian Institution. Her family's connections to John D. Rockefeller and Standard Oil also continue to shape the world of philanthropy and business, with David Rockefeller and Sheldon Whitehouse being notable examples. Category:American philanthropists

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