Cindy Hardy: A Very Engaged Member

by Jo Klepper

CINDY HAS BEEN A MEMBER of the Legacy League for seven years, and she has defi nitely not “sat on the sidelines”! She has served as vice president for membership and greeters chair. She has also hosted Tapestry sessions; contributed to decoration, setup and cleanup efforts for Scholarship Luncheons and Celebrations; helped with publicity and addressing invitations; participated in student care and Fellowship Suppers; and served in membership recruitment, on the Christmas Home Tour Committee and as a home hostess. She said one of the primary benefits of serving is meeting so many great members. Cindy is always telling others about the Legacy League and extending invitations to attend a meeting, even offering transportation.

After she graduated from UAB School of Nursing, Cindy and her husband returned home to Dothan, Alabama. They moved back to Birmingham 39 years ago. Her initial involvement with Samford was through her oldest daughter, a graduate of Samford's Orlean Beeson School of Education who is now in the master’s program in education.

Q: How did you first get involved with the Legacy League?

A: I was invited to a meeting by my friend Kathryn Woodruff. After hearing the testimony of one of the scholarship recipients, I knew I wanted to be involved in this organization. Q: How have you been impacted by volunteering with the Legacy League?

A: I’ve been impacted positively by student testimonies, the organization’s vision and mission, the caliber of the leadership I have observed and the variety of inspiring programs.

Q:What highlights can you share from your recent areas of involvement with the Legacy League? A: A recent highlight was serving as a lead hostess during the 2022 Christmas Home Tour.

When asked about her favorite aspects of volunteering with the Legacy League, Cindy’s response was “all of it”—fundraising, the events and the opportunities to interact with our students. Her enthusiasm is contagious! 