In a historic moment for the Mays Business School in College Station, Texas, the school received its largest single donation ever on Friday. The $25 million contribution came from the Mays Family Foundation, which has played a vital role in the school’s development alongside Lowry Mays.

The generous donation will be used to kickstart new construction for a building that will support expanded graduate programs, accommodate increasing enrollment, and enhance existing programs. The goal is to position the school as a leader in business education and propel it to the top of national rankings.

During the announcement of the donation, Nate Sharp, dean of the Mays Business School, emphasized the importance of having the best students, staff, faculty, and alumni to rise to the top. The support of the Mays Family Foundation and Lowry Mays will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the business school.

Kathy Mays Johnson and her daughter were present at the event to present the donation. Their commitment to Texas A&M and the Mays Business School was met with multiple standing ovations, underscoring the impact of their family’s contributions.

John Sharp, chancellor of Texas A&M System and Tyson Voelkel, president of Texas A&M Foundation also attended the event to praise Lowry Mays’ philanthropy and vision for