PAYING IT FORWARD: THE CARR FAMILY'S GENEROUS LEGACY David Carr ’83 has always known the value of a Cedarville education. As an alumnus, he can point to the lasting spiritual and personal impact the University has had on his life. But for him, the journey didn’t end at graduation. “Cedarville has been such a blessing to me and to our whole family,” David shared. “It’s where God deepened my faith and gave me a vision for living a life of eternal impact.” That deep gratitude sparked a powerful idea. “My grandfather used to say, ‘You can’t out-give God,’ and ‘You only get to keep what you give away.’ That wisdom has stayed with me for years,” David recalled. That legacy of giving prompted David to reach out to Cedarville’s Advancement team. He had questions: Could the Carr family create a scholarship? What would it take to start one? Could their investment help a student stay in school or even graduate debt-free? To his surprise, the answer was yes. “Sometimes the difference between a student staying at Cedarville or having to leave is just $1,000– 3,000,” he explained. “That hit me hard. That’s not some massive gap — it’s something we can help meet.” Motivated by that reality, David and his wife, Stephanie (Frank) ’83, established a Carr Family Scholarship — a gift they hope will bless students for decades to come. The Carrs are just one example of how families can turn gratitude into action. Their story is a reminder that generosity, no matter the size, can open the door for a student to stay, thrive, and graduate for theWord of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. “We’re in, and I invite others to join us,” David said. “If Cedarville has made a difference in your life or your family’s, this is one way to give back and invest in eternity.” If you are interested in learning more about scholarships at Cedarville, please contact Kate Cooper at kcooper@cedarville.edu. DID YOU KNOW? Sometimes the difference between a student staying at Cedarville or having to leave is just $1,000 to $3,000. 31
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