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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The "Why" of Giving
As a loyal supporter for many years, Jack Drescher '70 created scholarships in honor of his parents and a good friend and most recently increased his commitment to include Hampden-Sydney College in his estate plans.
Life-Changing Experience
Stephen “Bo” Wilkins ’92 believes that Hampden-Sydney College made him the man that he is today, and now he is giving back to ensure future men can continue to have the life-changing experience he did.
Opportunities for Giving
James Darling ’10 and his wife Alyssa hope that the scholarship they established will allow other students the opportunity to attend Hampden-Sydney College and experience the transformative influence of the faculty and staff.
A Leader By Nature
Julious P. "Joey" Smith, Jr. '65 has used his leadership and financial contributions over the last 50-plus years to help increase Hampden-Sydney College's endowment and create more scholarship opportunities for future Hampden-Sydney men.
The Act of Giving
All four of his years at Hampden-Sydney College were filled with wonderful memories—in and out of the classroom—and for David Ewing '91, the love affair continues today.
A Heart for Giving
Dr. Joe Austin ’71 became a cardiologist because he believes in helping others. With his leadership and philanthropy, Austin is making a difference in the future of Hampden-Sydney College.
A Gift of Love
Bobby Bray ’60 and his late wife Janey have faithfully loved and supported Hampden-Sydney College since the day he first visited campus. He recently decided to make a legacy gift of life insurance, naming H-SC as the beneficiary. Bray hopes other Hampden-Sydney alumni will make similar gifts to the College.
The Ties That Bind
In the five decades since Charlie Cobb ’69 graduated from Hampden-Sydney College, the former Tiger athlete has found ways to stay tied to his alma mater.
An Investment in Education
Jim Boyd ’58 has spent the last fifty years investing in future generations, both as an educator at St. Christopher’s School in Richmond and as a benefactor of the McGuire-Boyd Scholarship at Hampden-Sydney College.
Giving with Compassion
The month of June marks 50 years since Phil Spencer ’70 received his Hampden-Sydney diploma—a milestone that Spencer plans to celebrate with a generous gift to Hampden-Sydney College, demonstrating his enduring love for his alma mater.