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In September 2000, the Lilly Endowment Inc. approved Transylvania's request for a five-year, $1.5 million grant for the theological exploration of vocation. [Transylvania University Magazine article] Transylvania is one of 20 schools, and the only Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) institution, to receive a grant. It is the largest single grant from a private foundation in the University's history. The grant allows Transy to implement a program that helps students examine how their values and commitments can play a role in determining their life's work. [Lilly Project Brochure] The Lilly Endowment Inc., which supports the causes of religion, education and community development, was founded in 1937 by three members of the Lilly family with gifts of stock in their pharmaceutical business, Eli Lilly and Company. Based in Indianapolis, the Endowment is one of the nation's largest philanthropic organizations. |
