For the second day in a row, the LLCC Foundation has announced a major gift to fund student scholarships. The gift of $1.5 million from the estate of Howard P. Million will be used to establish the Howard and Vera Million Endowed Scholarship Fund.

Mr. Million, formerly of Roodhouse, farmed his entire life in the Greene, Scott and Morgan County areas. He also was the founder and president of the former Roodhouse Savings & Loan Association. Mr. Million died in October at the age of 102.

LLCC President Charlotte Warren, Ph.D., stated, “Mr. Million’s legacy of giving and generosity, along with his belief in the value of education will benefit Lincoln Land Community College students for years to come. This gift creates opportunities for LLCC students to further their education, pursue their dreams and enhance their lives.”

According to Karen Sanders, LLCC Foundation executive director, “Mr. Million always wanted to attend college, but did not have the opportunity.”

Only the annual interest earned will be used to fund scholarships. It is anticipated that scholarships will be awarded beginning in the 2015-2016 academic year. First-time LLCC students who are residents of Morgan, Scott or Greene County and demonstrate financial need are eligible. Students also must be enrolled full time in a transfer program.

“We find it especially fitting that the Foundation received this gift during this special season of giving,” stated Ms. Sanders. “We are honored to be a recipient of the Million’s generosity, and our students today, and in the future, will be the true beneficiaries.”