A Big Donation To Bowie State
Durant Foundation Donates Half Million Dollars To Bowie State University’s Athletics
Bowie State University held a press conference today announcing its upcoming partnership with the Durant Family Foundation that included a half million dollar donation from the family to upgrade the school’s athletic facilities. The Durant Family Foundation was started by NBA player Kevin Durant and his mother Wanda.
“We are dedicated to providing resources and possibilities to students for higher education, especially in Prince George’s County,” said Wanda Durant, who leads the Durant Family Foundation. “Bowie State was the perfect place to make a meaningful impact.”
The Durant Family Foundation presented $500,000 to help transform the college’s basketball gym and revitalize the school’s athletics programs. Bowie State University is a public historically black university in Prince George's County. It is part of the University System of Maryland. Founded in 1865, Bowie State is Maryland's oldest historically black university and one of the ten oldest in the country.
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The donation will provide funds for the school to install a new basketball court at A.C. Jordan Arena, the facility that is located in Leonidas S. James Physical Education Complex, home to the Athletic Department that currently features 2,200 seats. In addition, expansion plans are set for the venue's capacity. A portion of the money is also earmarked for "financial support for men's and women's basketball and university athletics programs."
“We’re grateful for the resources that Kevin Durant and his family foundation have generously donated to Bowie State University to advance student success in achieving their academic goals,” said Bowie State President Aminta H. Breaux. “His contributions will go a long way towards updating our facilities and ensure a top-tier athletic experience for all of our students. The foundation has already built a network of community-centric services within the Durant Center in Prince George’s County that is exemplary.” Breaux is the university’s 10th president. Clyde Doughty, Jr. is the vice president of Athletics & Recreation.
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