About Martha Mason Hill

MARTHA MASON HILL WAS HONORED AT VA STATE UNIVERSITY (THEN COLLEGE) IN 1970

Embracing our Past: The 1970 Ceremony at Virginia State College Honoring Martha Mason Hill.

A ceremony was held at Virginia State College (now University) to honor Martha Mason Hill for Sending all of her children there. Pictured (left to right) are daughters Shirley, Charlotte, Doris, Sarah, Alberta, and Delores; husband Thomas, Martha, and the Reverend Dr. Harold Braxton, who presided over the ceremony. Daughter Hilda is not in the photo.

Martha Mason Hill had a long and strong connection to the Virginia State University Credit Union (VSCFCU). She was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. She understood the value of an education and worked hard to ensure that her seven daughters and the tow granddaughters she reared could attend College at Virginia State University (the College). The Rev. Dr. Harold Braxton, on the far right in the picture, presented the award to Mrs. Hill.

Mr. Singleton, Head of the Business School at VSU at the time, recommended her for that award. For 40 years, Mrs. Hill worked as a dormitory custodian at VSC and frequently borrowed money from VSCFCU to pay for her children's education at the College. Through his connection with the Credit Union, Mr. Singleton knew her story and thought she deserved an award for her determination and accomplishments.

Mrs. Hill's family seeks to preserve her legacy and spirit through the Martha Mason Hill Memorial Foundation (MMHMF).