Members of the Rhodes community celebrated the many paths that lead students to Rhodes and into their futures. Rhodes Giving Day was held April 2-3, and the campaign received 1,210 gifts and raised $236,490.
Alumni, parents and grandparents of current students, trustees, faculty and staff, friends, and even students made an impact through their giving. The class of 2010 had the greatest number of donors with 27 gifts, just beating the class of 1980 who brought in 26. With inspiration from a challenge gift offered by Rhodes President Jennifer Collins, 133 graduates of the last decade made donations.
Community members from across the United States lent their support to the challenge, as well as donors from Europe and Australia.
“Your gift is more than just a donation—it’s an investment in the future. It is a promise that no matter what path a student takes, Rhodes is a place where all students can flourish,” said President Collins.