Calder is a philosophy of mind student at an Ivy League university, raised in the Pacific Northwest by two teachers who nurtured his early love of books, big questions, and quiet forests. Known for his integrity and inward depth, he's the kind of person who listens before he speaks and thinks across disciplines, and he combines rare intellectual horsepower with a gentle, grounded presence. Calder chose to become a donor out of a belief that parenthood should be intentional, and that helping others create extraordinary lives is one of the most meaningful contributions a person can make.