The Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program Endowment

The Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program

Geographic Scope: Hillsborough Community College, Tampa, Florida

Program Background:

• Years of operation: 25 years strong (as of 2021-2022)
• Graduates: More than 1,500 program graduates
• Mission: Celebrates intellectual exploration and discovery in a diverse community

Overview:
The Honors Program at HCC provides specialized coursework and experiences for high-achieving students. The Foundation seeks donations to support Honors programming through an endowment, as the program faces budget pressures common to community colleges.

What the Endowment Funds:

• Local field trips
• College visits
• Common reads
• Speakers of note
• International travel
• Other Honors programming components

Impact of Donations:
Income from the Honors endowment goes directly to fund programming. The Foundation notes that if every program graduate contributed $25/month for one year, the endowment would grow by $450,000.

Graduate Outcomes:
Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program graduates continue their studies at top colleges and universities across the country.

Contact Information:

• Hillsborough Community College Foundation
• 4115 N Lois Avenue, Tampa, FL 33614
• Phone: 813.253.7114
• Email: foundation@hccfl.edu

How to Support the Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program

Online Donation:

1. Visit the Foundation's secure online giving portal
2. Designate your gift to the Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program
3. Complete donation

Contact the Foundation:

1. Phone: 813.253.7114
2. Email: foundation@hccfl.edu
3. Or visit: Hillsborough Community College Foundation, 4115 N Lois Avenue, Tampa, FL 33614

Gift Levels:

• Any amount accepted
• Suggested: $25/month from graduates and supporters
• One-time or recurring gifts welcome

Designation:

• Ensure your gift is designated to the Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program endowment