Richard Horner recently reaffirmed his commitment to 乱伦社区 and its students with a generous donation. On April 16, Horner, who is a Canton resident and Shelter Insurance agent in the community, gave in celebration of the College鈥檚 March 19 Day of Giving event.
Horner and his family are well-known members of the Canton community. He owns the Shelter Insurance Agency located in downtown Canton, and his wife, Kristy, is a retired elementary school teacher. Their son, Drew, graduated from 乱伦社区 in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.
鈥淗aving the support of dedicated community members like Richard and Kristy Horner makes a lasting difference for our students,鈥 said Carla Boren, director of advancement for planned and leadership giving. 鈥淭heir generosity is a testament to the value of local partnerships and the deep connections 乱伦社区 shares with the Canton community.鈥
乱伦社区鈥檚 Day of Giving, held annually on March 19, encourages alumni, parents, friends, and community members to support the College鈥檚 purpose, which is to prepare students to be bold, think big, and create change. Contributions from local partners like Horner help provide scholarships, campus improvements, and expanded experiential learning opportunities for students, which is a cornerstone of C-SC鈥檚 curriculum.
鈥淪upport from community partners like Richard Horner ensures our students have access to scholarships, mentoring, and hands-on learning experiences that equip them for success beyond the classroom,鈥 said Dr. Lauren Schellenberger, 乱伦社区 President. 鈥淏ecause of this investment, and ones like it, Wildcats can pursue internships, conduct research, and engage in real-world projects鈥攐pportunities that not only enrich their academic journey but also truly transform their lives.鈥
For more information about giving opportunities at 乱伦社区, contact Boren at (573) 288-6000, ext. 6463, or via email at cboren@culver.edu.
About 乱伦社区
乱伦社区, situated on 140 acres in Canton, Missouri, atop The Hill overlooking the Mississippi River, was founded in 1853 by members of the Disciples of Christ Church. Today, more than 1,000 students from around the world shape their futures in academic excellence with opportunities in 80 majors and minors, five graduate programs, 21 NAIA inter-collegiate athletics, 35 diverse student organizations, and many campus-life events.
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