{"id":38,"date":"2022-07-29T17:07:46","date_gmt":"2022-07-29T17:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/funding-opportunities\/student-philanthropy\/"},"modified":"2026-01-05T13:12:47","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T18:12:47","slug":"student-philanthropy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/funding-opportunities\/student-philanthropy\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Philanthropy"},"content":{"rendered":"<section\n    class=\"\n        basic-hero\n                    basic-hero--no-image\n            \"\n    >\n        <div class=\"basic-hero__inner\">\n        <h1 class=\"basic-hero__heading\">\n            <div class=\"basic-hero__heading-text-container\">\n                                    <span class=\"basic-hero__heading-text \">Student Philanthropy<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/h1>\n        <div class=\"basic-hero__breadcrumbs\">\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section\n    class=\"body body--white body--line-left body--line-left-medium-blue body--line-left-full \"\n    >\n    <div class=\"body__container\">\n                <div class=\"body__content\">\n            <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At LVC, giving isn\u2019t about how much\u2014it\u2019s about <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">why<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">where<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. As a student, you have the power to decide where your gift goes and what it supports. Scholarships, culturally immersive events, academics, athletics\u2014<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you choose<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> what matters most to you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Understanding how philanthropy shapes your LVC experience now puts you in control of the legacy you help build. Every gift, at every level, fuels opportunities that set us apart\u2014on campus and in the workforce.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You&#8217;re not just giving back. You&#8217;re moving LVC forward.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Want to learn more or get involved?<\/span><br \/>\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contact:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Evelyn Col\u00f3n<\/span><br \/>\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Email:<\/span><\/b> <a href=\"mailto:colon@lvc.edu\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">colon@lvc.edu<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Office:<\/span><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/about\/our-location\/campus-maps\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Laughlin Hall<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n<section\n    class=\"callout-two-column-expanded callout-two-column-expanded--gray \"\n    >\n    <div class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__inner\">\n        <div class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__image-container\">\n                              \r\n        <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n                            loading=\"lazy\"\r\n                            class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__image\"\r\n                            src=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927.jpg\"\r\n                            webp_src=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927.webp\"\r\n                            alt=\"Manuel Rosario Martinez at Inquiry Gratitude Reception 2025\"\r\n                            srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927-238x300.jpg 238w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927-811x1024.jpg 811w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927-768x970.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927-1216x1536.jpg 1216w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927-700x884.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/05\/Inquiry_Gratitude_Reception_2025-9-e1748007608927-1250x1579.jpg 1250w\"\r\n                            sizes=\"100vw\"\r\n                         loading=\"lazy\"        \/>\r\n    \n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__text\">\n                            <h2 class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__heading\">\n                                            <span\n                                                            class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__heading-item\"\n                                                    >Valley Blue Coats<\/span>\n                                    <\/h2>\n                        <div class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__sections\">\n                                    <div class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__section\">\n                                                                            <div class=\"callout-two-column-expanded__section-copy\"><p>The Valley Blue Coats are dedicated philanthropy ambassadors, emphasizing stewardship and nurturing a culture of giving at The Valley. They actively connect with alumni, campus partners, and community members at numerous events annually while organizing and overseeing several educationally engaging events for their peers. Through their unwavering commitment, the Valley Blue Coats embody the essence of generosity and stand as inspirational leaders for their peers and Valley supporters.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/shelly-bliss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shelly Bliss \u201927, D\u201929<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/ashley-duchnowski\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ashley Duchnowski \u201926<\/a>, VBC Manager<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/angelesmaganae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Angeles Magana-Espinoza \u201926<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/jared-hostetter23\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jared Hostetter \u201927<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/gracekauffman\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grace Kauffman \u201928<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/manuel-rosario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manuel Rosario Martinez \u201927<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/clarissa-prosser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clarissa Prosser \u201928, D\u201930<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/LaurajiaRR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Laurajia Rodriguez-Rolon \u201928<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/jaedensistrunk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jaeden Sistrunk \u201927, M\u201928<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/anna-tokle-66963a26b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anna Tokle \u201927<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kasey-miller-25638932a\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kasey Miller \u201927 M\u201928<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/mason-bender-707462389\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mason Bender \u201928<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/marina-weidman-560520230\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marina Weidman \u201928<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/diya-patel-33280b382\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diya Patel \u201927<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Safaa Ahmed \u201928<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section\n    class=\"body body--white \"\n    >\n    <div class=\"body__container\">\n                    <div class=\"body__heading\">Graduates For The Valley Fund<\/div>\n                <div class=\"body__content\">\n            <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Graduates For The Valley Fund (GFTVF)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> celebrates a meaningful tradition at Lebanon Valley College, where both graduating undergraduate scholars and graduate students give back in honor of their LVC journey. This initiative provides a special opportunity to support the people, programs, and places that made their time at The Valley unforgettable\u2014and to pay it forward for the next generation of Dutchmen.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Each year, donors choose to support areas that matter most to them\u2014whether it&#8217;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/funding-opportunities\/the-valley-fund\/\">The Valley Fund<\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (which meets the College\u2019s greatest needs), <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">scholarships and financial aid<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">academic departments<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">service projects<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">athletic teams<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, or other impactful funds.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In 2025, members of the Class of 2025 presented President James MacLaren with a check totaling <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$2,053.41<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> during the annual champagne toast.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By making a gift, graduates leave their legacy at LVC\u2014honoring the experiences that shaped them while helping to create new opportunities for those who follow.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Those who participate in the Graduates For The Valley Fund are recognized on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/commencement\/donor-honor-roll\/\">Class Giving Honor Roll<\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, proudly wear their <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Legacy Giving Pin<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, and are welcomed into the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/donors-societies\/\">Walter Society<\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, joining a dedicated community of donors committed to the College\u2019s mission and future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is a long-standing and cherished tradition that reflects the pride, gratitude, and generosity of our graduates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">*To learn more about the GFTVF and student philanthropy efforts, contact <\/span><a href=\"mailto:colon@lvc.edu\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Evelyn Col\u00f3n<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Culture of Philanthropy and Engagement Specialist.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-888\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34.jpg\" alt=\"Graduating students present President MacLaren with check at annual champagne toast\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34-1250x833.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2025\/06\/Senior_Toast_25-34-1500x1000.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":32,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-38","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"section_menu":53,"language":"en","alternate_language_urls":false},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.7 - 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