FALL 2025 9 JIM AND SALLY NATION GIVE $5 MILLION to DBU’s Carter School of Business DALLAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY is honored to announce a transformative $5,000,000 gift from The Nation Foundation and longtime friends Jim and Sally Nation to the Don and Linda Carter School of Business. This extraordinary donation is part of DBU’s STAND FIRM. STAND OUT. campaign, an initiative to advance Christcentered education and prepare students to lead with faith and integrity in business. The Nations’ investment will significantly strengthen the Carter School of Business through student scholarships, faculty development, and strategic program growth—reinforcing DBU’s commitment to developing Christ-centered servant leaders in business. For decades, Jim and Sally have generously invested their time, resources, and hearts into DBU’s mission. Jim served faithfully on the DBU Board of Trustees from 2009–2019 and returned to serve again in 2021, while Sally served on the Board from 2000–2009 and as President of the DBU Women’s Auxiliary Board. Whether through personal involvement, philanthropic gifts, or leadership within the community, the Nations have faithfully stood alongside DBU’s growth and vision for excellence. Jim serves as Board Chairman of First Co., a Dallasbased leader in HVAC innovation. A respected business leader with a strong background in finance and strategic development, he consistently champions Christian influence in the corporate world. Sally, equally committed to service and education, has been a tireless advocate for students and families through ministry and civic engagement. Together, their vision for Gospel-centered leadership aligns seamlessly with the mission of the Carter School of Business. Jim shared his heart behind the gift, saying, “We hope our gift encourages others to invest in the incredible work God is doing in and through DBU. Our world needs DBU, and we wholeheartedly believe in the future of the Carter School of Business. We are blessed to be a blessing and are deeply grateful for DBU’s vision to build a great Christian university that is pleasing to God by producing Christcentered servant leaders who are transforming the world.” “The generosity of Jim and Sally Nation is an incredible encouragement,” said DBU President Dr. Adam C. Wright. “They have long demonstrated what it means to steward their resources for Kingdom purposes. This gift will bless students today and leave a legacy that reflects their heart for service and commitment to Christian higher education.” The STAND FIRM. STAND OUT. campaign is a multiyear effort focused on key priorities to advance the Carter School of Business, including scholarships, academic innovation, campus enhancements, and global engagement. With this gift, Jim and Sally Nation become leading champions of the campaign, inspiring others to invest boldly in DBU’s mission to develop servant leaders and transform lives through Christ-centered business. GIVE TODAY AT STANDFIRMSTANDOUT.COM. Jim and Sally Nation
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