Fullerton Foundation Commits $1 Million To Limestone University’s “Together for Limestone” Campaign

In a powerful show of support for Limestone University and its enduring impact on the community, the Fullerton Foundation has made a $1 million commitment to the University’s “Together for Limestone” campaign.

Limestone University hopes that the generous contribution will inspire others to immediately give, recognizing the trust and belief the Fullerton Foundation has placed in the University’s mission.

The gift comes less than 12 hours after the University announced the public launch of its 'Together for Limestone' campaign, an urgent and vital initiative to secure immediate, unrestricted funding to sustain Limestone’s nearly 180-year mission.

One of the largest in Limestone’s recent history, the transformative donation comes at a pivotal time as the institution rallies to secure critical funding that will help sustain its mission of providing life-changing educational opportunities.

“The Fullerton Foundation’s relationship with Limestone University goes back to our inception in 1954,” said Chris Steed, the Executive Director of the Fullerton Foundation, on behalf of the board of directors. “Alma Fullerton learned to love Limestone at the feet of her father Dr. Wylie Hamrick. Dr. Hamrick was an ardent board member and financial supporter of the institution and modeled servant leadership at Limestone to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

“Our board of directors understands how important Limestone is to her students and our shared community,” he added. “We make this gift in the hopes that Limestone continues to nurture and educate future leaders and continues to be an integral part of the local economy and culture.”

Limestone President Dr. Nathan Copeland expressed deep gratitude for the generous contribution.

“This extraordinary gift from the Fullerton Foundation is a testament to the long-standing partnership between our two institutions and a powerful affirmation of the role Limestone plays in this region,” Copeland said. “The Foundation's support will have an immediate and lasting impact on our students, our programs, and our community. We are incredibly thankful for their vision and generosity.”

Unrestricted gifts to the “Together for Limestone” campaign provide critical funding for academic programs, student support services, campus operations, and other key institutional priorities.

For more information about the “Together for Limestone” campaign or to make a gift, visit www.limestone.edu/donate-now.