Livingstone College receives $10 million, the single largest donation in the college’s history.

SALISBURY, NC—In unprecedented news, Livingstone College, a Historically Black College (HBCU) located in Salisbury, N.C., has received $10 million, the single-largest donation in the institution’s history. Dr. Anthony J. Davis, President and CEO, made the announcement Friday morning during the 52nd Quadrennial Session of the General Conference of The A.M.E. Zion Church, held in Greensboro, NC, at the Joseph S. Koury Convention Center.

 

The donor, who wishes to remain anonymous, previously gifted the college $7 million during key events. The first contribution was received during the school’s homecoming celebration, totaling $17 million given in seven months. This contribution comes at a time when most HBCUs, especially private institutions, are extremely underfunded and lack resources to improve their infrastructure.

 

“This is an incredible moment for Livingstone College,” said Dr. Davis. “Our anonymous donor has truly believed in our mission and the transformative power of education. This $10 million donation will ensure that we can complete phase one of our construction projects and move directly into phase two, all from a debt-free position.” The funds will be used for the 'Miracle on Monroe Street: Livingstone College Reimagined' infrastructure and capital projects.

 

 

Livingstone College is currently elevating its academic profile with an incoming class of 114 presidential scholars with GPAs of 3.7 to 4.0 and an additional 85 students with GPAs between 3.0 and 3.6. This donation comes at a critical time when many HBCUs are underfunded, especially private institutions that lack resources to improve their infrastructure.

 

Dr. Davis thanked the donor for their unwavering commitment and support to Livingstone College. “This is an incredible moment for Livingstone College,” said Dr. Davis. “Our anonymous donor has truly believed in our mission and the transformative power of education.

 

During his inauguration in September 2023, Dr. Davis promised the college's students and their families that he would work to improve living conditions and facilities on campus. Phase One of the project, including two residence halls and a dining hall, is scheduled to open in the fall of 2024.

 

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