INSTITUTE, W.Va. — The Maier Foundation has given $150,000 to West Virginia State University (WVSU) to support scholarship funding for students at the university.
The grant was announced today as part of the university’s Day of Giving and Founders Day celebrations.
Part of the grant, $50,000, will be used for direct scholarship support for students from West Virginia attending WVSU during the 2026-2027 academic year, while the bulk of the grant, $100,000, will further endow the existing Allan L. McVey Scholarship Fund.
“I want to thank the Maier Foundation for its generous gift of $150,000. This transformational investment affirms a shared commitment to educational excellence and student success,” said WVSU President Ericke S. Cage. “Their support will help create meaningful opportunities for our students, strengthen our academic programs, and help ensure that WVSU continues to serve as a powerful engine of opportunity for our community and beyond.”
The Allan L. McVey Scholarship Fund was established in 2013 and provides financial assistance for West Virginia students attending the university. It is named in honor of WVSU alum Allan McVey, who currently serves as West Virginia Insurance Commissioner.
“The Maier Foundation’s primary mission is to support higher education for West Virginia students,” said Brad Rowe, Chairman of the Maier Foundation. “Our board was excited to fund need-based scholarships to support talented students at WVSU. This grant will remove financial barriers for students, allowing them to focus on their studies.”
The Maier Foundation is a private, non-profit, charitable corporation for the furtherance of higher education in the state of West Virginia. For more information visit, www.maierfoundation.org.
The contribution from The Maier Foundation is part of the State of Tomorrow Capital Campaign, which seeks to raise $25 million to elevate student experiences, strengthen academic programs, expand campus resources, and sustain WVSU’s legacy as a vital partner in West Virginia’s growth.
“The Maier Foundation’s generosity reflects the strong momentum behind our State of Tomorrow Capital Campaign,” said Trey Jones, Vice President for University Advancement and President of the WVSU Foundation. “This investment expands scholarship opportunities for our students today while strengthening resources that will support their success for years to come. We are grateful for partners like the Maier Foundation who believe in the future we are building at West Virginia State University.”
For more information about the State of Tomorrow Campaign and how to contribute visit www.wvstateu.edu/stateoftomorrow.
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