Western Kentucky University recently received a $2 million gift from the Robert and Mary Tincher Charitable Foundation Inc.
The donation established two new endowed scholarships: the Robert and Mary Tincher Housing Scholarship and the Robert and Mary Tincher Lady Topper Housing Scholarship.
A Legacy Of Giving
The Robert and Mary Tincher Charitable Foundation Inc. is a private foundation located in Bowling Green, established by Robert and Mary Tincher, who both graduated from WKU.
The Tincher’s and the charitable foundation they established have been supporters of WKU for decades, contributing to scholarships, the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation and the Chandler Memorial Chapel.
Robert Tincher passed away in 2009, followed by Mary Tincher in 2018.
“Bob and Mary Tincher were two of the most generous people that I have ever known,” said Joe Bill Campbell, general counsel of the Tincher Charitable Foundation. “They loved this community. They didn’t have any children, and they considered this community to be their family.”
The gift honors the legacy of Robert and Mary Tincher and their deep passion for WKU, said Amanda Trabue, Vice President for Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement.
“What amazing news from two amazing people who just loved this university,” said President Timothy C. Caboni.
In honor of the gift, the Board of Regents voted to approve the naming of a residence hall, which will be announced at a future date.
For more information, visit wku.edu.
