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Mission

The mission of °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø Foundation, a separately incorporated 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization, is to increase resources, to raise funds and to cultivate friends and partnerships to support °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø and its mission.

Vision

The °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø Foundation, Inc. will be recognized as a premier community college foundation and a leader in raising funds to meet and to exceed the College and community needs.

History & Values

The °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø Foundation was founded in 1991 to provide financial support of °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø and its mission.  The °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø Foundation believes that affordable, high-quality education is critical to the success of Jefferson County; it also recognizes that funding for such education is not guaranteed through traditional state or federal funding.  Accordingly, the Foundation Board of Directors is dedicated to raising money through direct investments of cash and/or pledges and in-kind gifts from local businesses, industries and individuals.

The Foundation recognizes the importance of building strong partnerships and collaborations.  Board members serve as ambassadors to the community, working to encourage business, community leaders and alumni to support programs and services leading to an outstanding education for the citizens of Jefferson County.

The Foundation sees itself as a valuable complement to the °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø Board of Trustees, shaping °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø’s future and ensuring its success.

Investments in the °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø Foundation ensure that our Jefferson County region will continue to be enriched and served by °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø–an institution of high standards and dedication to students and our community.

During a time of economic uncertainty, the Foundation must assume a major role in meeting the needs of °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø and its students. The commitment of our donors – individuals, alumni, organizations and businesses alike – takes on an even greater role of importance than ever before if we are to continue to be a comprehensive Community College in Jefferson County.

Another way in which the Foundation supports educational opportunities at °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø is by hosting fun and exciting events. Proceeds from our events provide scholarships for talented and deserving students in need of assistance. It also provides quality entertainment for members of the community and their families.

See for yourself how your support can change lives and improve the future of our community, and how you can personally make a difference... today!

The °Ä²Ê¿ª½±Íø Foundation is proud to have earned the GuideStar Gold Transparency seal that demonstrates our commitment to non-profit transparency.