To Honor and To Serve
CAMPAIGN COMPLETE
York University publicly launched a $15.9 million fundraising campaign during the September 24, 2021, presidential inauguration of Dr. Sam Smith. Following a silent phase that lasted more than two years, Smith announced that more than 80% of the campaign goal had already been given or pledged. Campaign priorities included student scholarships, renovation of historic Hulitt Hall, renovation of Levitt Library and more. While campaign funding underwrote a wide collection of initiatives, all share the common goal of enhancing the York Experience for every student, every year.
Total Funds Raised: $20,318,147
For a campaign overview and information about individual initiatives, review the 2021
To Honor and To Serve campaign case statement.
Goals
To Honor and To Serve Campaign funds will be invested in three goals.
- Expanding Our Reach through scholarships to provide a stronger presence and greater access Goal: $6,350,000
- Renewing the Campus through facility and educational infrastructure upgrades Goal: $6,800,000
- Equipping Our Students through better learning structures and expanded programs Goal: $2,800,000
Sucess
To Honor and To Serve Campaign surpassed the original goals. (as of May 31, 2023)
- Expanding Our Reach Progress: $7,967,209
- Renewing the Campus Progress: $7,261,088
- Equipping Our Students Progress: $4,369,801
York College to York University
A message from campaign co-chairs, Richard ’97 and Rachel (Nowlin ’99) James:
We love York College!
We fully support our move to university status, but we also grieve the decision to
change the name of a place that we hold so dear. Only one word. No more. But what
a shock for deeply etched memories. At the same time, we are reminded that we love
York because it is a place that shaped us, not because its second name happens to
be College.
It was an experience marked by deep friendships, happy and sometimes hilarious memories,
hard days of growth, and challenges to live out our faith. While the name change to
York University is a jolt, it is the jolt we need to sustain and grow our school.
We are passionate about preserving the very best of who and what we are. Upholding
core principles that define us. We are equally passionate about changing what is needed
to propel us forward.
We endorse this campaign and have agreed to serve as co-chairs. Why? Because we want
to be part of a plan that is future-facing. Taking necessary, though sometimes tough,
steps to fulfill our mission. Recognizing the daunting challenges ahead and laboring
to meet them. Working to preserve, sustain, enhance and build York for the years ahead.
More than endorsing this campaign, we are ready to invest in a greater vision for
what comes next. Investing in new generations who will call York University home.
Campaign Progress
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Campaign Progress
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Goal
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Progress (as of May 31, 2023)
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Comprehensive Campaign Total Goal
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$15,950,000
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$19,598,098
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Goal One: Expanding Our Reach
Providing access through the York University Scholarship Fund and endowment earmarked for student scholarships |
$6,350,000 |
$7,967,209 |
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Goal Two: Renewing Our Campus
Goals achieved so far: Hulitt Hall renovation (slated for completion in 2022) Levitt Library renovation (slated for completion in 2023) Eckman Hall
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$3,500,000 $1,100,000 $1,800,000
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$3,641,004 $1,100,000 $1,975,000
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Goals to complete before June 30, 2023
Lemons Athletic Training Center – The Brian Lemons’ Challenge New Student Residential Housing |
$400,000 $1,800,000 |
$545,084 $350,000 |
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Goal Three: Equipping Our Students
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$2,800,000
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$4,369,801
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Campaign Timeline
Campaign public announcement: September 24, 2021
Dollars raised by March 31, 2022: $15,720,857
Percent of goal by March 31, 2022: 98.6%
Campaign scheduled to end: June 30, 2023
Campaign Initiatives – the Brian Lemons Athletic Training Room
The Brian Lemons’ Challenge
Brian Lemons Athletic Training Room : $400,000
York University has received a $200,000 challenge gift toward the athletic training room project. Every gift will be matched one-to-one, making the long-awaited updates for this space a reality.
Richard and Rachel James have stepped forward to honor the legacy of Brian Lemons whose life was cut short in a tragic accident during his first year at York University. A starting goalie on the men’s soccer team, Lemons influenced his peers in a way that continues to change lives, even today. Remembered for his concern and care for others, his name will be attached to the place where students go daily for kindness, care and treatment. A fitting tribute. Read the story about Brian and the Lemons' Challenge here.
Long-time athletic trainer, Chad Karcher, has designed this newly imagined space with an eye on providing the best service and best experience possible. Karcher is in his 23rd year as Panther Athletic Trainer.
For more information, contact Jared Stark at jastark@york.edu.
Lemons Athletic Training Center Donor List
Justin and Cynthia Abraham
Robert and Bonnie Antwine
Betty Auchard
Benjamin (Cody) Babcock
Amanda Baldwin
Miles and Tiffany Baum
Misty and Jon Brouillette
David and Heather Buggeln
Doug and Sheryl Chambers
Johnny and Mary Chin
Dee and Karen Collins
Aaron and Eryn Conyers
Richard and Debbi Crowder
Kevin and Jenae Crowley
Craig and Patty Decker
Stephen and Megan Eck
Mary Edwards
Duane and LeAnn Egle
Dave and Terry Favre
Max and Liz Fleig
Lloyd and Suzan Flora
Dan & Julie Goodwin
Justin and Tammy Graham
Fred and Agnes Green
Bree Greer
Greg and Susan Harnden
Justin & Donna Harrold
Major Kim and Diane Harvey
Zac and Courtney Holoch
G. and Virginia Holthus
Harold and Irene Hornbaker
Darrel and Kim Hoyt
Phil and Aloha Humphrey
Erica Jabr
Richard and Rachel James
Bryan and Leah Johnston
Mark and Nayda Jones
Kim and Danielle Kaliff
Logan J. Kaliff
Chad and Joni Karcher
Rod Karcher
Brian and Clarice Kohlscheen
Adam and Haili Kreifels
Kevin and Crystal Lemmons
Dr. Stephen and Loretta Lemons
Chet and Marla Lyons
Ron and Linda Magnusson
Jenn Martin
Frank Medsker
Metz Mortuary
Aaron and Katie Miles
Adam and Ashleigh Moore
Morgan Moore
Dave and Emily Nossaman
Bryan and Cheri Phillips
Jeff and Debbie Powers
Trevor and Katie Ramos
Brad and Tina Reischl
Randall and Myrna Renoud
Jason and Sara Rice
Troy and Tavan Rinard
Nathan and Ryla Rowedder
Dr. Erik and Kara Scharrer
Rev. Mary Scott
Steddon and Brenda Sikes
Steve & Patti Sikes
Sherry Sparks
Jared and Charla Stark
Debi Strange
Steve and Barbara Sucsy
Ken and Cassandra Savage
Deborah Tinius
Paul and Cheryl Touchton
Gary and Kristin Tucker
Bryan and Del Turner
Jim and Jamie Ulrich
Phil Watkins
Dennis and Sue Willard
Justin and Lora Witt
Rick and Jenni Zeilinger
York County Visitors Bureau
Campaign Initiatives – a New Living Facility
Renewing the Campus - Eckman Hall, a new living facility: $1.8 million
Availability of a local assisted living facility for purchase and repurposing, has
provided a new opportunity for updated residential housing which was previously deemed
out of reach. With a long history of renewing resources instead of purchasing new
and passing the savings on to our students, buying this lightly used space fits our
culture as well as the price tag for our students.
This residence hall will accommodate up to 80 students in a facility that offers large
living spaces, private restrooms, and multiple options for formal and informal gatherings
of various sizes. The new space will also provide alternate housing for residents
of Thomas Hall and McCloud Hall, giving the university an opportunity to conduct major
renovations and updates in each of these campus structures. When complete, every student,
every year will benefit from greatly enhanced housing and an even better York Experience.
Need more information? Contact Jared Stark at jastark@york.edu.