We have a big announcement! Astronaut Leland Melvin has pledged $50,000 to the Tools for Change Capital Campaign as a STEM Challenge Match in memory of his parents, Deems and Grace Melvin!

Melvin said, “My parents, Deems and Grace Melvin, collectively taught in Lynchburg City Schools for 60 years, building up students to believe in what is possible. Dr. Sterling Wilder reminded me of a time when my parents intervened with the court to help a Jubilee family stay together. That is why I want to honor them with this donation, which will name one of the new classrooms in their memory, and continue their legacy of love for people, God, and service to our Jubilee community. “

Every new donation or pledge, no matter how small or large, will be matched by Astronaut Leland Melvin, dollar for dollar, up to $50,000. The match will be met once we reach $840,000!

The Tools for Change Capital Campaign will add five new classrooms, a patio, and a ramp for all-access to the Astronaut Leland Melvin STEM Center. Every donation to the capital campaign makes a difference! Please donate now, and your gift will be matched. Thank you!