2024-25 Donor Impact Report by Point University

2024-25

DONOR IMPACT REPORT

Dear Friends:

Thank you for giving and supporting the mission of Point University. Your faithful generosity undergirds the University’s work in preparing students for Christ-centered service and leadership in every aspect of life and all over the world. We simply could not do this without you – our donors.

We believe and trust that our Lord is going to do great and mighty things in the life of the University this academic year. Students will be challenged not only in their studies but challenged to pursue the Lord, live out their Christian worldview and serve others with purpose. Thank you for being a part of this work.

As you read the following pages of the 2024-25 Donor Impact Report, know that your gifts are felt, seen and valued across the University. If I can ever be of assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me or a member of the University’s Advancement Office.

DR. STACY A. BARTLETT ’05, PRESIDENT

FINDING POINT, FINDING PURPOSE

At Point University, senior biblical studies and preaching major Caleb Wade has found more than an education. He’s discovered his purpose and a community of people who spur him on to walk out that purpose.

“The most rewarding part of my college experience has been getting to build relationships with professors who have bought into me, believe in what I’m trying to accomplish and are always willing to help,” Wade said.

The two faculty members who have impacted him the most, Dr. Nathan Jones and Professor Wye Huxford, have invested in Wade both academically and spiritually.

“I believe I’ve built a relationship with both of these men that will last long after my time at Point,” said Wade. “Yes, they care about me from an academic standpoint, but they also care about me as a person.”

A biblical studies and preaching major, Wade plans to pursue a career in ministry as a pastor. Because of Point, he has been prepared for this career through opportunities to preach at local churches, complete a ministry internship and receive training in sermon preparation.

“Point has placed me in multiple situations that have helped me truly learn what it means to be a pastor,” he said.

In addition to his academics, Wade is a member of the Point University football team. There, he has learned life lessons in discipline that will follow him long after he graduates. “Football has taught me how to approach adversity and how your reaction to things can many times determine your outcome in problematic situations.”

He credits his success at Point University to the generous donors who have made it possible for him to receive his education. “Thanks to the generosity of our donors, I’ve been able to live more comfortably and focus more on my academics,” he said.

Point University continues to shape the lives of its students by forming them both academically and spiritually, and Caleb Wade is no exception. Said Wade, “Point University has blessed me in so many ways. I’m sure in ways I can’t even see yet. Thank you, Point University.”

IMPACT

SHAPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF CHRISTIAN LEADERS.

In deep appreciation to those who have shared the vision and supported the mission of Point University, the following list acknowledges gifts received during the preceding fiscal year. Extreme care is exercised to ensure accuracy in the annual report of gifts. Please contact the Advancement Office for questions

ANNUAL GIVING SOCIETIES

THE VISIONARIES SOCIETY

For giving $250,000 or more

David and Cantey DeeterEF

Elizabeth Walker LanierEF

Gaines and Sonia LanierEF

SouthState Bank

AnonymousEF

or to provide additional information. Gifts to Point University are an investment in the education of men and women for Christian service and ministry. Supporters are recognized in categories on the following pages for their faithfulness and generosity!

THE CORNERSTONE SOCIETY

For giving $100,000 to $249,999

Callaway Foundation, Inc.

Charter Foundation, Inc.

Jay and Carroll HodgesEF

Bill and Lee ParrEF

Bill and Martha Scott

Anonymous

THE HERITAGE SOCIETY

For giving $10,000 to $24,999

Don and Campbell Burton

Dean ’79 and Penny Collins

Drs. Eddie and Billye Joyce FineEF

Michael and Crystal GrooverEF

Lakepoint Community Church

THE LEADERSHIP CIRCLE

For giving $5,000 to $9,999

Dr. Normer ‘72 and Pamela Badgerow Adams ’72EF

Antioch Christian Church

Jeremiah ‘04 and Dr. Stacy A. Bartlett ’05EF

Bobby and Cindy BowersEF

Capital City Christian Church

Zim and Lana CaubleEF

Edwin and Khalilah CooperEF

Sanford Levings

David and Laura McDanielEF

Perry and Lauren McGuire

THE FOUNDERS SOCIETY

For giving $25,000 to $99,999

2819 Church

Compassion Christian Church

Lakeshore Christian ChurchEF

Melanie LanierEF

Elizabeth Lester

Russ Lester

Dr. Margaret (Mardi) SchauflerEF

Andrew W. and Emily Stith

Bruce and Cathy Williams

Anonymous

Dr. James (Jim) and Mrs. Vickie

Sloderbeck

Dr. Jim ‘74 and Robin Hodge

Donovan ’87EF

Scott and Becki Etzler

First Christian Church of Carrollton

Paul and Betty Goodart ’66

Vivian Harrell

Todd and Beth HenonEF

Horsepasture Christian ChurchEF

Wye Huxford ’73EF

Southwest Christian Church

Alan ’93 and Sally Stith

Melvin and Eleyce Usery

Sandy Vierling

AnonymousEF

Julian and Karen NealyEF

Dr. Ralph and Evelyn Swearngin ’75EF

Dr. Stephen ’07 and Katie Waers

Bob and Janice Weaver

Mary Frances Wellborn

Fred and Ann Zimmerman

Anonymous

THE BUILDERS SOCIETY

For giving $1,000 to $4,999

Dick AlexanderEF

Chuck and Dr. Toni AndersonEF

Dr. Butch and Virginia Beach

Bethany Christian Church

Ben BoltonEF

Dr. Joshua and Rachael BoydEF

Brooks Christian Church

Glenda Bryant

Wyn ’09 and Kalie Bush

Marvin Bussey ’86EF

Stephen and Sarah CampEF

Fred and Renee Chastain

Choral Society of West GeorgiaEF

Coastal Community Christian Church

Randy ’80 and Sue Ann CordellEF

Corinth Christian Church

Mary Austin Cornelius ’71

Bryce and Paula Crawford

Joy Dance

Bob and Marie DayEF

Patrick and Susan Dell

Bill and Elizabeth Dorminy

Randy and Felicita Douglas

Kevin DuvalEF

THE SKYHAWK SOCIETY

For giving $100 to $999

Gerald and Claire Andrews

David and Gina Hicks Ashley ’02

Edwin and Melanie Atkinson

Axis Milling, LLC

Thomas ’70 and Bonnie Cheesman

Baird ’69

Julian and Judy Beall

Josh Beam ’23 and Kimberly

Forbes ’21

Biosweep of Alabama

Dr. Barry and Kathy Blackburn

Dr. Karin BogueEF

Bobby Boswell ’76EF

Dr. Mark Boyd

East Tenth Street Church

Ken and Catherine Farris

Jeremy and Dr. Michelle Fine

First Christian Church of Dalton

Andrew and Beth Foray

Friendship Christian Church

Brayton ’19 and Faith Pearson Gineris ’20

Nathan Hamilton ’71

Chris (’79-’82) and Dena Buffington Harkey ’80

Ross and Betty HoffmanEF

Sylvia Hunter

Cam ’78 and Sarah Huxford

Jefferson Christian Church

K&S Charters Tours, LLC

André and Donna KennebrewEF

KIA Motors Manufacturing GA, Inc.

Lamar Christian Church

Lanier Christian Church

Paul ’87 and Mary LeslieEF

Macedonia Christian Church

Madison Christian Church

Marsh McLennan Agency

Tom and Karen MasonEF

Meghan Boyd

Katherine Brown

Ray and Diane Brown

BSN Sports

Tammy Burch

Donna Burchfield (’88-’90)

Lee Murray Carter ’15

Drs. Byron and Katie CartwrightEF

Chambers County Development Authority

Chattahoochee Timber Company, Inc.

Chattahoochee Valley Dental

Chick Delite

Circa Coffee

Mike Patton Auto Family

Dr. Gregory ’88 and Stacey Moffatt ’05

New Found Church of Christ

Steve and Nancy OlsenEF

Dr. Clay ’80 and Sandra Sechrest

Perkins ’79

Jimmie Phillips

Rob ’79 and Jo Ann Farris Raynor (’74-’75)EF

James and Ivy Rice

Dr. Joshua and Johnna Rice

SAGE Dining Service, Inc.

Joshua ’04 and Mandie Sells

David ’77 and Dr. Faith Mims Simpson ’76EF

Carl SwearingenEF

Valley Vision Center

Mike ’77 and Kathy Donovan Waers ’77

Robert ’73 and Carolyn Farmer Warren ’73

Jaunelle White

C. M. Willingham

Winder Christian Church

Anonymous

Coach’s

Ken Collins

Kathleen Collins ’89

Columbus Fire & Safety

Quinteron Colvin ’16

Linda Combs

Corinth Christian Church Co-Ed Class

Simone Cox

Brandon ’08 and Dr. Jennifer Allen

Craft ’07

Gordon ’75 and Elaine Amos Dampier ’76

Art and Helen Dana

Chad ’00 and Dr. Bethany Huxford

Davis ’00EF

Douglas and Cathy Davis

Violette DenneyEF

Cynthia Dollar ’84

Tammy Dycus

John Edge

Kimberly EdmondsonEF

Jennifer Egas

Drs. Jon and Stacey Ernstberger

Jorgan Flagg

Fleetwood Transport Services, LLC

John Fuller

Peter Garibaldi

Michael and Patricia Greer

Scott ’81 and Lindy Huxford

Gregory ’88

Harmony Christian Church

Ellen Harper

Rusty ’09 and Taylor Hassell

Latoya Hatchett

Dr. Jeff and Cynthia Haverly

Donald Hayes

Bill and Ann Herndon

Margaret Reynolds Hodge ’95

Becky HoggardEF

Mark and Page Hollums

Randy and Carol HowellEF

Timothy and Kathleen Howell

Innovative Staffing

Integrated Systems, Inc.

Kim Jennings

Dr. Scarlett JerniganEF

John Soules Foods

Johnny’s Pizza

Jacob ’19 and Ragan Barnes Johnson ’21

Anita Jones

Dr. Nathan ’07 and Jenn Jones

Lawrence Designs

Virginia LawsEF

Mark and Beth Leslie

Aaron ’13 and Britney LewisEF

Lewminous Skincare and Waxing

Studio

Livingston Custom Homes

Main Street Pest Control

Malone Staffing

Al and Jodi ManningEF

Matt Orr Insurance Agency, Inc.

Maria Mayers

Rhonda McClureEF

Bob McGuire ’78EF

Jane Hagan Mullins ’05, ’17EF

Northside Christian Church

Oakbridge Insurance

James and Dr. Chantel OneyEF

Angela Ormsby

Griff Pemberton

Brian Penn

Penn Cleaning and Solutions

Plantersville Christian Church

Pokey’s 8th Street Grill

Andrea Pope-Smith

Prestige Fleet Services

Aubrey and Mallory Price

Mike and Dr. Susan Ryan

Raj Sampath

Marshall and Ellen SappEF

Otis and Sandy Scarborough

Nan SchuesslerEF

Amy Schuler

James Shelton ’02EF

THE BLUE AND GOLD SOCIETY

For giving up to $99

Sarah Bowles

Kim Bretzlaff

Warren ’99 and Dr. Holly

Ritchie Carey ’01

Gretchen Carter

Susan Cato

Drew Cleveland

Clarice Dillard

Steven and Frances Fornier

Daniel Fort

Albert and Lindy GuyEF

Amy Hardin

Greg ’77 and Phyllis McKinney Hoover ’78

Layna Winn Kemp ’15EF

SIP Café

Jeremy ’15 and Claire Stinson

Sloderbeck ’16

James SlusherEF

Dan ’75 and Deborah Smith

Todd and Teri Smith

Evan Smith ’16

Adam SolomonEF

Brad and Dr. Lacey Southerland

Dr. Betsy Sparks

Mrs. Hugh D. Stith

MaryAnn B. Stith

Synergy Security Services

Eleanor TalleyEF

Andrew TaylorEF

Mark and Evelyn TaylorEF

John ’10 and Jennifer Tyler

Michael and Mary Susan UnderwoodEF

United Rentals, Inc.

Penny McPherson Walker ’74EF

Dr. Todd and Donna WeaverEF

Bobby ’09 and Sarah Keim Weaver ’10

Dr. William Webb

James White ’77EF

Larry and Freddie Williams

Shannon and Valarie Williams

Rex and Lynn Hoggard Wiseley ’90EF

Geary and Dr. Dedra Woolfolk

Anonymous

Ron ’82 and Pam Lewis (’80-’82)EF

David and Carole LillyEF

Frank McKinney ’52

J. Ray Oliver

Dr. Nicholas Palombo

Christine ParkerEF

Wayne and Patricia SmithEF

Steven Striblin

Trishawna Stuart

Anthony and Shirlon Thorn

Richard and Robin Veal

Najarri Whitehead ’17EF

Philandria WilliamsEF

LIFETIME GIVING SOCIETIES

THE LEGACY SOCIETY

For lifetime giving of $1,000,000 or more

Callaway Foundation, Inc.

Compassion Christian Church

Henry Day

David and Cantey Deeter

Forrest & Helen Ramser Charitable Foundation

Bob and Susie Lamb

J. Smith* Lanier II and Elizabeth Walker Lanier

Gaines and Sonia Lanier

Campbell B.* and Melanie Lanier III

Lilly Endowment, Inc.

J. Smith Lanier & Co.

Southwest Christian Church

Spring Road Christian Church

Anonymous

Burch and Janice WrightEF

Anonymous

THE PRESIDENT’S SOCIETY

For lifetime giving of $250,000 to $999,999

Steve and Kent Butler

Canvas Christian Church

Charter Foundation, Inc.

Jay and Carroll Hodges

Campbell B.* and Sydney* Lanier II

Russ Lester

Drs. Lee and Kim Macenczak

MC3 Church

Northridge Christian Church

Bill and Lee Parr

William T.* and Patricia H.* Parr II

Bill and Martha Scott

SouthState Bank

Andrew and Emily Stith

Larry* and Sandy Vierling

Bruce and Cathy Williams

Anonymous

GIFTS GIVEN IN HONOR OF:

Bill and Martha Scott

Julian and Karen Nealy

Billy ‘78 and Marcella Rowe

Wye Huxford ’73

Dean C. Collins ’79

Bruce and Cathy Williams

Choral Society of West Georgia

Anonymous

Roy and Joy Lawson

Wye Huxford ’73

Jack ’68 and Delores Markey ’69

Cynthia L. Dollar ’84

Jack R. Oliver

J. Ray. Oliver

Mark ’05 and Lauren Smith ’25

Julian and Karen Nealy

Chuck and Dr. Toni Anderson

Julian and Karen Nealy

Dr. Margaret (Mardi) Schaufler

Scott R. Gregory ’81

Linda H. Gregory

Alan ’93 and Sally Stith

Andrew and Emily Stith

Mrs. Hugh D. Stith

MaryAnn B. Stith

James White, Jr. ’77

Randy and Carol McClain

GIFTS GIVEN IN MEMORY OF:

Nancy N. Greenway ’78

Dr. Clay ’80 and Sandra Sechrest

Perkins ’79

Cambell B. Lanier III

Glenda Bryant

Otis and Sandy Scarborough

Anonymous

Cynthia (Cindy) K. Duval

G. Kevin Duval

Foster Badgley

Wye Huxford ’73

Freddie Wellborn ’67

Andrew and Beth Foray

Donald Denney

Violette Denney

J. Smith Lanier II

Julian and Karen Nealy

Reba W. Hamilton ’63

Nathan Hamilton

* denotes deceased EF denotes Entrepreneurial Fund donor in honor of the retirement of Dean Collins

Dr. Stacy A. Bartlett ’05

Khalilah Cooper

Randy Cordell ’80

Robert M. Day

David A. Deeter

Jeremy Fine

J. Ross Greene

Cam Huxford ’78

André Kennebrew

David McDaniel

Lauren McGuire

Rob Raynor ’79

Amory Scott

Dr. Faith Mims Simpson ’76

Dr. James (Jim) Sloderbeck

Andrew Stith