For more than 80 years, the UGA Foundation has been serving the University of Georgia. The last five years, during which I’ve had the honor of serving on the UGA Foundation board in a leadership role, have been among the most exciting years in its long history. Success metrics continue to trend upward, thanks, in part, to the UGA Foundation, its trustees, and its generous donors, all of whom are committed to the University of Georgia.

This year, the board has focused on implementing its newly adopted strategic plan, and I’d like to thank our vice chair, John Crawford, for leading this effort. Under his leadership, we have successfully restructured our board to best leverage the talents of our trustees and fulfill the foundation’s mission.

The UGA Foundation Board of Trustees is among the most loyal of UGA advocates. All of the board’s members contribute financially to support UGA Foundation priorities. Notably, more than half of the trustees have established a Georgia Commitment Scholarship. Most of them also give even more of themselves, including much of their precious time. They have hosted events, met with donors, spoken to classrooms, and written notes, all in the name of enriching the quality of education at the University of Georgia.

I’m thrilled to welcome a new class of trustees. These individuals are passionate about the University and its students, and I know they are also ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work. I’m confident that their dedication and involvement will make us even better and help us to reach even more students.

William Douglas
Chair
University of Georgia Foundation