Wrapping up a great year

December 2023 Newsletter

As we welcome the holiday season, it is a time of reflection and deep gratitude for the invaluable support from our friends and donors who consistently champion our students and Kish initiatives.

Looking ahead to 2024, we are eager to continue our collaborative efforts to advance the College's mission of providing equitable, student-centered education. Thank you for being an integral part of our journey.

New Scholarship Update

We are pleased to announce the creation of the Desa Henn Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship will provide support for in-district Kish students who demonstrate financial need.

Henn taught Marketing & Management courses at Kishwaukee College from 1979-1992.

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Board Member Update

The Foundation welcomed Dr. Jason Harper, Superintendent of Rochelle District 212 to the Board. Harper brings his advocacy, dedication and support for quality education for students.

Coats for Kish Students

Kody’s Cupboard Food Pantry distributed one free coat to students in need to ensure they are prepared for the winter months. The coat distribution event was made possible through the Kishwaukee College Foundation and donor Anita Fuerst, mother of Carl Fuerst, Assistant Professor of English.

Welcome Courtney Walz

Kishwaukee College welcomes Courtney Walz as the new Foundation Program Coordinator for the Kishwaukee College Foundation. Courtney previously worked for Sycamore Community School District 427 as the Out of School Care Director and resides in Sycamore with her husband and 2 children. Courtney received her bachelor's and master's degree from Northern Illinois University. She is currently a board member for the Spartan Food Pantry. Courtney is excited to join the team and continue to work with the community and students at the College.

Student Thank You

"Thank you for the opportunity to continue my education this fall by granting me the Diane McNeilly Education Endowment. I feel an immense amount of gratitude for this gives me a stepping stone for my education goals in becoming a teacher. I hope to make a difference in children's lives the way my teachers have made in mine. Again, thank you."

Nayeli Ramirez

Fall 2023 Diane McNeilly Education Endowment

Program of Study: Associates in Arts

Funding Initiatives

The Kishwaukee College Foundation launched a $180,000 fundraising campaign to support four initiatives at the College. The initiatives focus on a holistic student experience and include new equipment for the Wellness Center, technology and equipment to support expanded flex classrooms, sunshades for the Early Learning Center, and the five-foot Kish letters.

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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.

View the FY23 Report (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023) (PDF).

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