George Washington made the first philanthropic gift to then Liberty Academy to save the struggling school. Since then, thousands of individuals over the generations - people just like you - have given gifts because they loved W&L, they believed in W&L, and they wanted to make sure it continued.
Today when you give, your gift does more than keep the school going. Your gift helps keep W&L at the forefront of liberal arts in our nation. Learn more about W&L's top fundraising priorities.
Read More »When you give to the Annual Fund, you and fellow donors are providing as much as 8 percent of the University's operating budget. Learn More
You can see the work of your Annual Fund gift in every aspect of life on campus - from library books to sending students on field trips to maintaining W&L's historic buildings and grounds, to name just a few things. Give Now
"What I appreciate most about Washington and Lee is that this school, often through the generosity of its donors, has continually allowed me to grow into myself."Rebecca Dunn '16
Ready to make your gift or pledge? Choose the way that's most convenient for you to give to W&L.
Read More »Check out these options for where you can make a difference at W&L through your gift.
As a donor, your support has a great impact on the W&L community. The impact of your gifts is not simply the tangible resources you provide to help carry out W&L's mission. Your support offers inspiration to the campus community in so many areas.
Thank you for your generosity. You have honored Washington and Lee with your gifts, and it honors you in return.
Read More »“Honestly, in the end, the gifts always come back to us, the donors. It is wonderful to have the opportunity to be able to give back for all that we have received.” —Cathy and Clay Jackson ’76, P’04
W&L's fundraising efforts depend on an army of volunteers across the nation who raise support from classmates and parents in the W&L community. Learn more about these fundraising volunteer leaders and about ways you can get involved and encourage others to support W&L.
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Office of University Development
Washington and Lee University
Development Building
Lexington, VA 24450
Ph: (540) 458-8410
Fax: (540) 458-8428
development@wlu.edu
