Making an Impact

Providing Hampden-Sydney’s distinctive educational experience for students today and well into the future requires the philanthropic investment of alumni, parents, and friends of the College. Here are the stories of those who chose to pay it forward.

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Wilson Schoellkopf ’93

Bullish on Hampden-Sydney

Hampden-Sydney College Trustee Wilson Schoellkopf ’93 is so optimistic about the College's future that he's investing in it.

Jim Hogan

Picture Perfect

To honor the memory of Fletcher Wright III ’57 and his love for Hampden-Sydney, Jim Hogan has made a generous gift to build the Wright Pavilion on Lake Chalgrove.

Keith Lewis '78

Positioned for Success

As a three-term board member, Keith Lewis '78 understands the crucial role that a strong endowment and the ability to provide scholarships will play in Hampden-Sydney’s future to continue producing good men and good citizens.

Pete Mowbray ’67

The Charitable View

Dr. Pete Mowbray ’67 credits his Hampden-Sydney education and experience for broadening his horizons.

Hal Absher ’71

Doing Good with Their Giving

Hal Absher ’71 and his wife have included a gift to Hampden-Sydney College in their estate plan to support athletics and the endowment to provide opportunities for the next generation of Hampden-Sydney students.

David Schultheis '74

Giving With Feeling

David Schultheis '74 recognizes the important role Hampden-Sydney College and his liberal arts education played in his success and is including the College in his estate plan.

Chuck Wheeler ’65

Growing Their Giving

Recognizing how influential Hampden-Sydney College has been in his life, Chuck Wheeler ’65, a loyal and consistent supporter, has broadened his commitment by funding a charitable gift annuity.

Lance Lavenstein ’71

Devoted to Giving

Inspired by his devotion to Hampden-Sydney College, Lance Lavenstein '71 has established two endowments through his estate planning that reflect the richness of his Hampden-Sydney bond and life’s journey.

Wally Nunley '69

Honored to Give

One of the beautiful aspects of philanthropy is that one act can serve many purposes. For Dr. Wally Nunley ’69, his gifts to Hampden-Sydney College do just that.

Steve Ho '95

Grateful Giving

With gratitude for the generous scholarships and financial aid that afforded him valuable opportunities at Hampden-Sydney College, Steve Ho '95 is giving back—both with his time and his money.