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Mission: To raise revenue to fund scholarships for deserving University of Georgia lettermen's children and grandchildren to attend the University of Georgia.
The Georgia Lettermen Education Foundation is designed to provide scholarships to children and grandchildren of University of Georgia lettermen to attend the University of Georgia System. If you would like to apply to receive the Georgia Lettermen Education Foundation, Inc. Scholarship please review the application requirements and apply if you are eligible.
Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr. Scholarship
Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr., who lettered in football at the University of Georgia in 1929-1930, established the Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr. Scholarship. The award is given to a child or grandchild of a University of Georgia letterman for academic excellence. Each year Frank Lumpkin’s son and daughter present the scholarship on their father’s behalf during a home football game
The organization will raise the funds through your contribution, special events, and activities around the state. All donations to the Foundation Scholarship Fund are tax deductible as allowed by law.
Jimmy Payne Football Lettermen's Hardship Application
In 1999 the Georgia Football Lettermen raised money for the purpose of providing financial assistance in an effort to save the life of Jimmy Payne. Jimmy was a five (5) year lettermen who played under Coach Dooley in the late 70's and early 80's. Leukemia cost Jimmy his life; however, a fund was established by the Georgia Football Lettermen's Club for the purpose of providing financial assistance to needy football lettermen who find themselves under hardship conditions.
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Congratulations to the 2007-08 GLEF Scholarship Recipients
Andrew James Homeyer - A junior at UGA, Andrew is the son of Andy Homeyer of Watkinsville, GA. Andy lettered in tennis from 1974-77. Andrew will receive the Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr. Scholarship Award which is worth $4,000.
William Lowery Humphries - William is a freshman at UGA and is the son of Harvey Humphries who lettered in swimming from 1976-79. William will receive the Vincent J. Dooley Award which is worth $3,000.
Amelia Elizabeth Ballard - A sophomore at Georgia College & State University, Amelia is the daughter of Marty Ballard. Marty lettered in football from 1979-80. Amelia will receive the Erk Russell Award which is worth $3,000.
Anna Christine Richwine - Anna will graduate from Forsyth Central High School and will attend UGA in the fall. She is the granddaughter of Sam Richwine. Sam lettered in football in 1947. Anna will receive a $2,000 scholarship.
Amber Ann Conlon - Amber will graduate from Warner Robins High School and will attend Middle Georgia College in the fall. She is the granddaughter of Robert Allen of Eatonton, GA. Robert lettered in football from 1960-62. Amber will receive a scholarship worth $2,000.
Charlee Lynn Russell - Charlee will graduate from Statesboro High School and will attend UGA in the fall. She is the daughter of Rusty Russell of Statesboro, GA who lettered in football from 1973-1975. Charlee will receive a scholarship worth $2,000.
Mitchell Byrd Snyder - Mitchell will graduate from Westminster Schools and will attend UGA in the fall. He is the son of Sherri Byrd Snyder of Martinez, GA who lettered in tennis from 1979-82. Mitchell will receive a $1,500 scholarship.
Brittany Sabina Wallace - Brittany will graduate from Oconee County High School this year and will attend UGA, Georgia College & State University or Valdosta State University in the fall. She is the daughter of Sabina Horne-Wallace of Watkinsville, GA who lettered in track from 1981-86. Brittany will receive a scholarship worth $1,500.
Stephen Neil Goodwin - Stephen will graduate from Oglethorpe County High School this year and will attend either Gainesville State College or UGA in the fall. He is the son of Robert Goodwin of Winterville, GA who lettered in football from 1977-79. Stephen will receive a scholarship worth $1,500.
Luke Hammond Rogers - A freshman at Gordon Jr. College, Luke is the son of Danny Rogers of Watkinsville, GA. Danny lettered in football from 1976-79. Luke will receive a $1,500 scholarship.
Jessica Lane Clark - Jessica will graduate from Prince Avenue Christian School this year and attend UGA in the fall. She is the daughter of Dicky Clark of Watkinsville, GA. Dicky lettered in football from 1974-76. Jessica will receive a scholarship worth $1,000.
Allison Elizabeth Kelly - Allison will graduate from Aquinas High School and will attend Georgia College & State University. She is the daughter of Philip Kelly of Augusta, GA who lettered in football from 1978-80. Allison will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Seth Tomlin Pound - A sophomore at Georgia Institute of Technology, Seth is the son of Brinkley Burks Pounds of Columbus, GA. Brinkley lettered in volleyball in 1978. Seth will receive a scholarship worth $1,000.
How Can You Make a Difference?
Support the Georgia Lettermen Education Foundation. Your participation is more important than the size of your gift. Your contribution can take several forms:
- Cash
There is no easier way to garner a charitable deduction and support us at the same time than simply writing a check! Most gifts made to us are in the form of cash, through a check written by the donor. If you itemize, your outright gifts of cash are fully deductible for federal income tax purposes up to 50% of your adjusted gross income. If your total gifts should exceed this limitation, the excess may be carried forward for tax purposes for up to five additional years.
Please mail all checks to:
Georgia Lettermen's Education Foundation
P.O. Box 749
Watkinsville, GA 30677
- Securities
Giving appreciated stock offers you a two-fold tax savings. First, you avoid paying any capital gains tax on the increased value of your stock. In addition, you receive a tax deduction for the full fair market value of the stock on the date of the gift. For income tax purposes the value of such gifts may be deducted up to 30% of adjusted gross income, with an additional five-year carry forward.
Example: If you purchased some stock many years ago for $1,000, and it is now worth $10,000, and outright gift of that stock to us would result in a charitable deduction of $10,000. In addition, you permanently avoid paying capital gains tax on the $9,000 of appreciation.
If you are interested in donating securities to GLEF please call Mack at (706) 316-3742 ex: 205.
- Planned Giving Options
While considering your tax savings, this may also be a good time to consider seeking the counsel of your tax or financial advisor to discuss a gift, which may benefit the Georgia Lettermen Education Foundation and the scholarship program in future years. A gift through your will or a number of other life income options may allow you the opportunity for estate tax savings and even generate lifetime income for you and your spouse, while at the same time leaving a significant future gift for the Lettermen Education Foundation. We encourage you to contact your advisors for more information on these types of gifts which will allow you to fulfill your charitable gift intentions, while preparing for your family’s future interests.
If you are interested in donating a gift to GLEF please call Mack at (706) 316-3742 ex: 205.
Or print out a Georgia Lettermen Education Foundation Pledge Card now and mail it to:
Georgia Lettermen's Education Foundation
P.O. Box 749
Watkinsville, GA 30677
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