Creating a legacy for the future
You can make a difference for future LAU students! Together as a graduating class, you and your classmates can endow your own scholarship fund, establishing a permanent legacy at LAU and supporting students for generations to come.
Mr. Philip Stoltzfus
Huge thanks are due to Mr. Philip Stoltzfus, who helped to create this program by pledging to match the funds raised for the first three Graduating Class Endowed Scholarships. Mr. Stoltzfus is not only a former Chair of the Board of Trustees, he is the grandson of President William A. Stoltzfus, who oversaw the transition from American Junior College for Women to the Beirut College for Women.
To honor and celebrate the scholarship established by the graduating class, an olive tree marked by a plaque will be planted in the William A. Stoltzfus Garden.
Why is it important to give?
LAU is only able to provide financial aid to bright students because of donations from alumni and other friends. If you benefited from financial aid or a merit-based scholarship, it is thanks to a community of generous donors united by a shared desire to support LAU’s mission.
To boost your effort, Mr. Philip Stoltzfus has pledged $15,000 — on the condition that the graduating class raises the remaining $10,000 to reach the $25,000 required to establish an endowed fund.
Matching Gift
Mr. Philip Stoltzfus has pledged a 150% matching gift for every dollar donated by a student. Your $10 = $25 toward the 2026 Graduating Class Endowed Scholarship Fund.
How can I be a part of this?
Make a gift! Every gift counts, no matter the size. To recognize your invaluable contribution, your name will be placed on a permanent Wall of Honor on the LAU website.