News & Updates
October 2023
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Upcoming Events
Nov 16th: Save The Date! Reach Break is hosting a Benefit Night for Clatsop Community Foundation. They will donate $1 of every pint sold to CCC's non-profit on Thursday, November 16th 6pm - 8pm.
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Nov 28th 5:30-7:00pm: Charitable Giving Educational Event @ Umpqua Bank. Learn about giving options and associated tax benefits. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
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Yes, I will attend on Nov 28th
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On September 19th, we welcomed students back to campus with a BBQ provided by NW Natural. This was also the day of our new student orientation where new students were invited to check out campus and get their bearings before classes begin.
Thank you to everyone who made this event to officially kick-off the 2023-24 academic year a HUGE success!
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On October 14th we honored our new scholarship recipients, thanked our donors, and celebrated our alumni. |
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On Saturday, October 14th, following the CCC 65th Anniversary Open House, the Clatsop CC Foundation hosted our Bandit Bash in Patriot Hall. Gerry Swenson, former CCC Math Instructor, and CCC Foundation Board Director was the keynote speaker for the event. Other speakers included Asher Finch, 2023-24 scholarship recipient and Student Government President, as well as CCC Alumni Aleesha Nedd who owns The Naked Lemon.
The event began with a game of
Bandit Bingo, where attendees had to walk around and find a wide variety of members that either received or donated a scholarship.
A special thank you to all the scholarship donors, recipients and alumni who attended this year's event!
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Bandit Bash in Patriot Hall |
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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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Loran Mathews
Attended CCC in 1961
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"[To prospective students] I would say definitely look at the college, because if you're really not sure where you want to go, the community college is a great way to figure out what career path you'd like to take." |
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Loran Mathews is a prominent member of the Astoria community. Having worked in the local school district as an accountant for many years, among his various other areas of community involvement, Loran has a message to share about his experiences while attending CCC. |
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If you would like to be featured and share your story as a CCC Bandit Alumni, please complete our alumni survey. |
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Congratulations to Mary Jefferson who completed the CCC Alumni Survey and was the winner of the $100 Amazon Gift Card. Mary is a 1999 Graduate of Clatsop Community College. In her survey, Mary commented:
- "I am very grateful to the teachers for their systematic explanation of professional knowledge and in-depth study of skills, guiding me to master new knowledge and working skills, and also establishing an optimistic and positive attitude to overcome any difficulties."
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Meet Our 2023-24 Student Ambassadors! |
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The Student Ambassador Program is a new for 2023-24. Students who received a Foundation scholarship were eligible to apply for the student ambassador program. The next step was to interview with a panel of CCC Foundation Board Directors. The educational journey of each of the candidates is amazing and inspirational.
We congratulate the students who were interested in partnering with the CCC Foundation and appreciate the willingness of our 2023-24 student ambassadors to share their student story with us as the Foundation strives to inspire and engage our community in support of CCC students so they can achieve their goals!
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"My goal is to use the skills I have gained through my college experience to encourage others who are in a dark place and do not believe they can have more in their lives. I want to write my story down so others will see that you can reach out and find a better path if you try, and there are people who will do everything they can to help you accomplish your goals. Don't give up. I also want to become an English Literature instructor to help others learn and comprehend what is needed to be successful in college and life. Being able to articulate your thoughts and intentions will help others understand what you're seeking, so they may find more accurately what will help you reach these goals."
Kris Reid
English Literature and Writing
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"I’m enrolled in the Welding and Fabrication program with my sights set on earning my AAS degree. Once I earn my certifications I plan on using the knowledge and skills I gained while studying at CCC and entering the field of welding/fabrication. Ultimately I envision opening my own business and would like to incorporate helping kids that are in foster care learn skills that will help them in their future."
Frankie Gentry
Welding & Fabrication
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"My area of study is currently focused towards my general education classes, with the intention to transfer to a university and pursue a degree in the realm of biology, ecology or environmental science.
My career goals are not yet set in stone, but I know for sure that it involves working in nature and/or doing something to help protect the environment. Conservation is possibly on the table but I have yet to determine this."
Flint Largin
Environmental Science
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"My goal is to become a Registered Nurse and work in Clatsop County."
Argelia (Argie) Mendez
Medical Assisting
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Asher Finch
English Literature and Writing
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"My current degree path is the AAOT, with the goal of transferring to Oregon State University in the Fall of 2024, to complete a bachelor's in creative writing, or education. After completing that degree, I will continue up the academic ladder, and towards a goal of a PhD in Literature. I hope to use this degree to come back to Astoria and teach Literature and Writing at Clatsop Community College. In the years that I have lived here, I have grown to know it as my home and couldn't dream of anywhere else to land someday."
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On Thursday, February 8th 2024, the CCC Foundation in partnership with Lum's Auto Center will be hosting it's first-ever Pickleball tournament fundraiser in Seaside, Oregon at the Sunset Empire Recreation Center!
The tournament will take place in the evening from 5-8:30pm. The field can accommodate up to 40 players and will feature 8 divisional champions at the end of the tournament!
Partner with us as an event sponsor. All proceeds will benefit the Bandit Food Pantry.
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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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