Stillman College has announced a transformative $2 million donation to its endowment from Dr. Charles M. Stillman, the great-grandson of the institution’s founder, Reverend Charles Allen Stillman.
According to a statement, the significant contribution presented during the Alabama Power Community Giving Reception aims to bolster the college’s long-term sustainability and commitment to educational excellence. Dr. Stillman and his wife, Susan, intend for the funds to secure the institution’s financial foundation, ensuring its service to students for years to come.
“This remarkable gift from Dr. Charles M. Stillman and his wife not only honors the legacy of Rev. Charles A. Stillman but also propels the college toward a stronger and more sustainable future,” said Kimberly Woodard, Vice President of Institutional Advancement. “As part of the funds raised during the Alabama Power Community Giving Reception, it reflects the collective commitment of individuals and organizations who believe in our mission to transform lives through education,”
Founded in 1876 by Rev. Stillman, Stillman College is a historically Black liberal arts institution in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The college has a rich history of providing quality education and fostering leadership among its students.
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“We are deeply honored by this extraordinary demonstration of faith in Stillman College’s mission. Dr. Charles M. Stillman’s legacy is not only one of familial ties but also of visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the values upon which this institution was founded. This generous gift is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Stillman family and its belief in the power of education to transform lives,” said Yolanda Page, who became Stillman College’s eighth president in July 2023.
Dr. Stillman, a resident of Seattle, Washington, has a longstanding relationship with the college, having served as a member and two-term chairman of the Stillman College Board of Trustees. Expressing his enthusiasm for supporting the college’s mission, he stated, “Stillman College represents the ideals and aspirations my great-grandfather envisioned when he founded this institution nearly 150 years ago. My wife and I are honored to play a role in securing its future and ensuring that generations of students continue to benefit from the transformative power of a Stillman education.”
In addition to the generous gift from Dr. Stillman and his wife, the college also received a $1 million gift from Google, according to Afrotech. The donation honors the life and legacy of Kevin Lamar Harris, the executive director of the HBCU Cybersecurity Clinic at Sillman College, who died Oct. 5 at the age of 50.
