November 2024 Newsletter

The Kishwaukee College Foundation is buzzing with excitement as we wrap up another successful scholarship season and the 2024 Gala. With gratitude and enthusiasm, we reflect on the remarkable contributions from our community, which made both endeavors a triumph.

Gala Recap

For more than 50 years, the Foundation has worked in lockstep with the College to fulfill needs and change lives through the power of education. Thank you to all those who supported our annual Gala on Saturday, November 2.

View the online gallery of the photos from the evening which can be downloaded and shared. Navigate through different portions of the event by visiting the categories at the top of the webpage.

We are grateful to the many donors who came together to support the event.

2024 Gala Photo Gallery

Distinguished Alumni Award

Matt Duffy was awarded the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award at the Gala. The award honors established alumni who have demonstrated service or outstanding contributions within the Kish community.

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Fall 2024 Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations to our Fall 2024 semester scholarship recipients. Through the amazing support of donors, the Foundation awarded 333 scholarships totaling $267,574.

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New Fund - Janice Vida Owens Endowment

The Janice Vida Owens Endowment supports scholarships for students in the Office Systems Program. Janice was a long-time faculty member in the program, having taught from 1978-2008. One of her proudest moments was transitioning the program from Secretarial Sciences to Office Systems.

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Board Member Update

The Foundation is pleased to welcome Jose Hinojosa, from North America Seeds Development Operations at Syngenta, to the Board.

The Foundation is pleased to welcome Ryan Butzman, President of Cresswood Shredding Machinery in Cortland, to the Board.

Student Thank You

I genuinely cannot say the words “thank you" enough. I feel so lucky to have been chosen to receive a scholarship from Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois for my Fall 2024 semester. As a student and avid thrifter, I’m truly on top of the world. It is inspiring, and I hope to continue expanding my education to be in a position to be able to give back one day as well.

Christina Hansen, Fall 2024 Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois Scholarship Recipient

Degree: Associates in Arts

Financials

Each year, an independent, professional accounting firm audits the Kishwaukee College Foundation’s financial statements. Our goal is to consistently produce clean audits and confirm the health of the Foundation’s financial position. We are pleased to share our most recent audited financial report.

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Ways to Give

There are many ways to impact our Kish Community through College initiatives and scholarship support. Donations to the Kishwaukee College Foundation can be mailed to the Kishwaukee College Foundation, 21193 Malta Rd, Malta, IL 60150 or by clicking the link below.

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