Our Endowments

We’re grateful for the endowments we have received from a variety of supporters. Here’s how those gifts are being used to enliven the future of San Bernardino.

When you donateto the Making Hope Happen Foundation, you can put your donation toward any of these endowments and funds — or, if you’d like to start one of your own, feel free to contact us

Robert L. Harbison Memorial Scholarship Endowment

This endowment is made possible through a generous donation from local attorney and philanthropist, Bill Lemann, who helped us to create the Robert L. Harbison Scholarship Endowment in memory of Bill’s mother, Mary Lemann, and his godmother, Nora Dowd.

Jack H. Brown Memorial Scholarship Endowment

This endowment is made possible through the generous support of the Jack Brown Foundation, in memory of the longtime president of Stater Bros. Scholarships are awarded to graduates of San Bernardino High School, Mr. Brown’s alma mater.

Jerry & Arlene Lewis Young Leaders of a United America Scholarship

Created in memory of Jerry & Arlene Lewis, the Lewis Young Leaders of a United America Scholarship is for graduates of San Bernardino High School who are working towards careers in public service. This endowed fund will provide at least one scholarship each year in perpetuity.

Dr. Margaret Hill Memorial Scholarship Endowment

Founded in memory of longtime San Bernardino City Unified School Board trustee and community legend, Dr. Margaret B. Hill, this scholarship will enable graduating seniors from San Andreas Continuation High School, where Dr. Hill was a longtime principal, to realize their dream of attending college.

Robert L. Harbison Memorial Scholarship Endowment

Jack H. Brown Memorial Scholarship Endowment

Jerry & Arlene Lewis Young Leaders of a United America Scholarship

Dr. Margaret Hill Memorial Scholarship Endowment

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