Earlier this year, the Donald M. Austin Endowed Scholarship Fund was established by the Board of Trustees in celebration of Don’s 18-year legacy and enduring impact on the Newark Academy community.
The Donald M. Austin Endowed Scholarship Fund will further Don’s vision for greater access to Newark Academy by providing need-based
financial assistance to deserving students. With support from the Board, Don has been committed to offering talented young people from all socio economic backgrounds the opportunity to thrive at Newark Academy.
“When it was announced that a scholarship fund was being established in Don’s honor, contributing to it was a no-brainer for my wife Joan and me,” says John Bess ’69, Chair of the Advancement Committee of the Board of Trustees. “We’ve gotten to know Don over the years through my tenure on NA’s Board of Trustees. He’s an incredible guy, who has had such a lasting impact at NA. It’s been an honor to work with him and support his leadership at the school. And given the fact that enabling financial aid is a corner- stone of Joan’s and my charitable giving, this was a perfect opportunity to align our commitment to financial aid — an essential need at NA — while ensuring Don’s impact will endure for years to come.”
For more information or to support the Donald M. Austin Endowed Scholarship Fund, contact:
Dr. Rose McSween, Chief Advancement Officer at rmcsween@newarka.edu