- by Don Waldon
Your Support, Our Legacy
Giving back has always been about more than a donation. It is about honoring the place that helped shape us and ensuring that future generations of students have the same opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
The HI Eminence Class of ’81 is proud to serve as a 501(c)(3) organization committed to preserving our legacy through service, scholarship, and engagement. Every contribution made by our classmates supports initiatives that reflect our values and our love for Hampton.
Whether through reunion giving, scholarship support, or special campaigns, each gift becomes part of something larger than itself. It is a visible sign that our class remains invested — not only in one another, but in the students and future leaders who will follow us.
Legacy is not only what we remember. It is what we build. And with every act of generosity, the Class of ’81 continues to build something lasting, meaningful, and deeply rooted in Hampton pride.



