A $70 million gift for Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Briefly

Hobart and William Smith Colleges has made history with a monumental $70 million donation from alumnus Tom Melly and his wife, Judith, aimed at financial aid and campus development. This gift will support up to 100 students annually with $10,000 scholarships and create the Melly Strategic Innovation Fund to enhance campus culture and academic programs. It will also establish the Melly Institute for Business, Design, and Leadership. In his final interview, Tom Melly expressed a desire for his contribution to significantly benefit future students at the college.
"It is my hope that this gift will make the future bright for Hobart and William Smith. I want to put this money to good use to benefit students who need it."
"In a sea of accomplishments and a lifetime of service, what inspired me most about Tom was his ambition for Hobart and William Smith. He urged me to 'think big' and prepare the Colleges for the future."
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