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Lindsey Wilson University 'All In' Campaign Saw 18% Increase in Participation

A total of 2,760 individuals, businesses and organizations made a gift to the university's 48-hour campaign.

by Duane Bonifer

COLUMBIA, Ky. (10/07/2025) — The final numbers are in, and this year's Lindsey Wilson University "All In" campaign saw a double-digit percentage increase in support.

A total of 2,760 individuals, businesses and organizations made a gift to Lindsey Wilson's 48-hour campaign, which was held Sept. 23-24. That is an 18% percent increase over last year's participation, according to Lindsey Wilson Vice President for Advancement Kevin A. Thompson.

"A big reason Lindsey Wilson had another great 'All In' was because of tremendous grassroots support," said Thompson. "Area residents and local businesses are incredibly supportive of this university throughout the year, and that showed during this year's 'All In' campaign."

Lindsey Wilson raised more than $838,000 during this year's "All In" campaign. Money raised will be used to support a wide range of student needs, including scholarships, academic programs and cocurricular enrichment opportunities.

Lindsey Wilson University is a vibrant liberal arts university in Columbia, Kentucky. Founded in 1903 and affiliated with The United Methodist Church, the mission of Lindsey Wilson is to serve the educational needs of students by providing a living-learning environment within an atmosphere of active caring and Christian concern where every student, every day, learns and grows and feels like a real human being. Lindsey Wilson offers 28 undergraduate majors, five graduate programs and a doctoral program. The university's 29 intercollegiate varsity athletic teams have won more than 120 team and individual national championships.

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Lindsey Wilson Vice President for Advancement Kevin Thompson, far right, receives a gift from State Farm Insurance agent Jill Smith of Columbia during the 2025 “All In” campaign. Smith and her business were among the 2,760 individuals, businesses and organizations who made a gift to the 48-hour campaign, which was held Sept. 23-24. That was an 18% percent increase over last year’s participation. From left: Tammy Bryant, Kimberly Clark, both of Smith’s Columbia office; Smith’s husband, Joe; Smith; and Thompson.

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