Published Aug. 5, 2025
LeMoyne–Owen College (LOC), Memphis’s first historically Black college and the fifth‑oldest HBCU in the nation, hosts its capital campaign “807 Day” Giving Telethon, a multi-day fundraising celebration at the historic 807 Walker Avenue campus. 807 Day is not just an address—it’s a tribute to LOC’s legacy, love, and lifelong impact.
On Thursday, August 7, from 8:07 AM to 8:07 PM, LOC will hold a full 12‑hour broadcast of storytelling, musical tributes, and alumni spotlights. Gifts raised support scholarships, student retention, recruitment efforts, and the Magician Advantage initiatives.
“807 Walker Avenue symbolizes the heart of LOC’s mission,” says Dr. Christopher B. Davis, President of LeMoyne-Owen College. “This Giving Day is integral to sustaining the college’s heritage—advancing leadership, opportunity, and change for generations of Magicians. As LOC pushes into its next chapter, 807 Day serves as a powerful reminder of community roots and transformative education.”
Since its founding in 1862 and official merger in 1968, LOC has upheld a tradition of excellence, resilience, and civic engagement—educating leaders and illuminating Memphis’s civic and spiritual life.
Every gift matters—whether $8.07 or $8,007. With each contribution, donors become part of a legacy of empowerment that shapes futures and communities. The campaign emphasizes that together, every supporter fuels academic opportunity and nurtures the next generation of change-makers.