News & Updates
August 2023
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Upcoming Events
Sept 19: New Student BBQ in partnership with NW Natural
Sept 25: Start of fall term
Oct 14: CCC 65th Anniversary Open House extravaganza!
Nov 28: Charitable Giving Educational Event
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Thank you for Sharing the Magic! |
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Because of the support from the 2023 Share the Magic event, the CCC Foundation will again provide $105,000 in Magic Opportunity funding support for CCC students enrolled in certificate and degree seeking programs enrolled for the 2023-24 academic year. |
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The Magic Opportunity Fund provides impactful support to help CCC students enrolled in certificate and degree seeking programs to have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed! |
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For 2022-23, there were 538 certificate and degree-seeking students.
- 70 were selected to receive the Magic Opportunity Fund, which provided a $1,500 stipend applied to student accounts at $500 per term.
- After Fall term 69 out of 70 either enrolled in winter term courses or graduated.
- After Winter term 64 enrolled in spring term courses or graduated.
- At the end of the spring term ~83% (58 students) persisted compared to ~60% for certificate and degree-seeking students who did not receive the Magic Fund!
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Noelle Johnson - "Being a recipient of the 2022-23 Magic Opportunity Fund fills me with a sense of gratitude and renewed hope for the future. This award will help to alleviate some of the financial burden associated with being a college student so that I can worry less about money and focus on what’s most important, studying and raising my daughter. I look forward to becoming a nurse one day so that I can help people in need just as you have so generously helped me."
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Angelo Schauermann -"Thank you for your generous gift to the Magic Opportunity Scholarship, and to me as a student at Clatsop Community College. Born and raised in Clatsop, I have had the pleasure of working and raising my own family in Clatsop for the last twenty years. In 2022, I enrolled at Clatsop Community College with the end goal of transferring to a state university and become a licensed therapist and serve our community in the mental health field. Thank you for helping me with this scholarship as I learn and grow."
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Thank you Roundhouse Foundation |
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The Roundhouse Foundation for the 2023-24 academic year, has provided $50,000 in grant funding support to help replace the cost of the replacement air tank (SCBA) fill station at the MERTS campus. This is a critical piece of equipment utilized by the Maritime and Fire Science students as well as Fire Departments located in Clatsop and surrounding Counties.
The Round House Foundation also funded a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Equipment grant in the amount of $22,500 for 2023-24 ($7,500 per term). These funds are designated to help provide CTE students with equipment or supplies needed for their respective program.
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Scholarship Donor Feature |
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Anderson Generational Nursing Scholarship
Deborah O'Reilly
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I am thrilled to have been given the opportunity to set up this generational scholarship in memory of my Nana-Beulah and Mom-Alice.
As a RN myself for over 36 years, I was inspired by these 2 amazing women to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse. My Nana graduated in 1915, my mom in 1955 and myself in 1987, all together we represent 108 years of nursing. Although advancement in medicine and technology have come a long way, the basic principles of caring for those in need is still the same.
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I have been honored and humbled to have taken care of patients and families during their most difficult and vulnerable times but also blessed and honored to have been there during their happiest moments. There will be patients that leave their fingerprints on our hearts forever and in return we will leave ours on their hearts in ways we may never know.
I pray the recipients of this scholarship will have a rewarding career as well as a heart full of accomplishments and memories.
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Three generations of nursing pins. |
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If you would like to establish a student scholarship fund, please contact the Foundation Office: Angee Hunt at ahunt@clatsopcc.edu or 503-338-2306.
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2nd Cycle of Scholarship Applications for 2023-24 Closing September 4th, 2023 |
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Over $250K is available from CCCF Scholarships |
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- ~$150,000 in various CCC Foundation Scholarships
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$105,000 Magic Opportunity Fund - 70 students will receive a $1,500 stipend awarded at $500 per term.
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New for 2023-24! Foundation Student Ambassador stipend - The Foundation will provide a $500 stipend (to be applied to student accounts in Spring term 2024).
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Because of YOU we are doing more to support CCC students and programs!! |
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With community donations, grants, and funds raised from the annual fundraising event, since 2020, the CCC Foundation has more than doubled the amount of support to help CCC students achieve their goals!
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We would love to see this trend continue upward, and by doing so we'll continue to grow our fundraising efforts within our community. Successful fundraising means more scholarships and impactful educational opportunities for our students!
Did you know that 1 out of every 16 jobs in Clatsop County is supported by the activities of CCC and its students?
Helping students earn a CCC education benefits our entire community. Click the button below to learn the many ways CCC impacts our local economy.
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SAVE the DATE-OCT 14
CCC Open House & CCCF Bandit Celebration
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The college will host a campus open house on Saturday, October 14th at the Lexington Campus from 1-4pm. Following the open house, from 4-5:30pm, the CCC Foundation will host a Bandit Celebration in Patriot Hall to honor scholarship donors, 2023-24 recipients, and alumni. Everyone is invited to celebrate with us. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Jack Ficken - VP Relationship Mgr./Commercial Loan Officer at Lewis & Clark Bank
Attended CCC from 1983-1984
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"As a small business bank lender, I've noticed our [local] businesses are in need of people that have a financial background. Accounting and other small business classes are available for students to take at CCC. Also, the trades really need the support of the community college - especially something like the CDL program that we'll be offering. The 1-on-1 instruction you can get at CCC compared to a large university is a very big deal." |
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Aside from being a successful CCC graduate and a well-known financial professional in Astoria, Jack Ficken is also a CCC Board Member. Watch the video below to hear more about his experiences and why he believes CCC is vital to our community. |
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Have the time to fill out a quick survey? We'd love to hear from YOU!
All who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Amazon Gift Card to be drawn October 14th during our Bandit Celebration 4-5:30pm @ Patriot Hall. Need not be present to win.
Thanks in advance!
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Are you interested in learning more about the tax-related benefits of charitable giving to non-profits, like the Clatsop Community College Foundation? On Tuesday, November 28 the CCC Foundation would like to host a professional team at the Fort George Lovell Room, including a Financial Advisor, Accountant, and Attorney, to provide a summary of giving options, associated tax benefits and then answer your questions.
Information shared during this event will educate you so you can meet with your financial advisor to discuss charitable giving options that best fit your financial situation.
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Please let us know if you would like to attend.
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Yes! I would like to attend and learn more.
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I have already designated the CCCF as a planned giving beneficiary.
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Maybe in the future, but not at this time.
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Thank you for your input!
If you have any questions about how these gift options work, please don't hesitate to ask! Contact Angee Hunt by email at ahunt@clatsopcc.edu
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Easy Ways to Support
Clatsop Community College Foundation
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Link your Fred Meyer Shoppers Card to CCCF
Shop at Fred Meyer and swipe your card at checkout.
Any transactions moving forward using the Shopper’s Card number associated with your digital account will be applied to the program, at no added cost to you.
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Your online contribution to CCCF will help to fund our greatest needs - or you can select a preferred designation for your gift.
The CCC Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.
Contributions to the CCC Foundation are tax deductible.
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Give part of your IRA distribution to the CCCF |
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If you are age 72 or older, asking your IRA administrator to send your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) to the Clatsop Community College Foundation will keep your RMD from being counted as taxable income. |
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With a gift of stock, you may be able to avoid ever having to pay tax on the stock's increased value. Consult with your financial planner or tax advisor to learn if this is the right fit for you. |
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Thank you for partnering with our mission |
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Our mission is to inspire and engage the community in support of Clatsop Community College Students so they can achieve their goals.
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Vision Statement: At the Clatsop Community College Foundation, we believe that our entire community benefits when every student has access to the tools and resources they need to help them succeed in school and in life.
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