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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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.

Frank Roach '73

The Importance of Giving

Frank Roach '73 recently made a significant gift to create an endowed professorship in the Department of Economics and Business to support the curricular offerings in finance at Hampden-Sydney.

Ken Pritchett '64

Lessons in Giving

Motivated by the generosity of a well-timed scholarship, Ken Pritchett '64 has been an avid supporter of Hampden-Sydney, including his latest committment to join the 1776 Legacy Society by funding a charitable gift annuity.

Mike Adelman ’70

A World of Difference

A faithful supporter of the Hampden-Sydney College Annual Fund, Mike Adelman '70 expanded his support by creating an endowment to provide study abroad opportunities for Hampden-Sydney students.

Bill Kirk ’72

Blessings to Share

Bill Kirk ’72 believes in sharing his blessings, and his success has enabled him to make impactful gifts at Hampden-Sydney both during his lifetime and after.

Will Seymour '79

Daring to Do More

In gratitude for his Hampden-Sydney College education, attorney William F. “Will” Seymour ’79 has generously given back and challenges others to follow, reminding us that each day is an opportunity to do something meaningful.

Jim Edge ’67

Giving With Gratitude

Jim Edge '67 was able to attend Hampden-Sydney College partly due to the generosity of others. This has influenced his giving over the years, leading him to faithfully give to H-SC.

Louise Martin

Leading With Giving

A friend of Hampden-Sydney College for many years, Louise Martin created the David Martin Leadership Program and continues to support H-SC to honor her late husband, David Martin ’52, former trustee and loyal alumnus.