Our Supporters
SPSCC students are determined to succeed and we’ve got their backs. With the help of our community of supporters, we are making a difference in the lives of students.
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Terry & Claudia Minton
The OJ & Mary Christine Harvey Educational Foundation gifted SPSCC $1.8 million dedicated to student scholarships in 2024. The Harvey Foundation has supported student success nationwide, including gifting funds to Southeastern Oklahoma State University, the American Indian College Fund, the I Have a Dream Foundation, and the University of Colorado. In total, the foundation has disbursed over $13 million in scholarships.Learn More
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Bruno & Evelyne Betti
The Bruno and Evelyne Betti Foundation generously donated a historic $2.5 million gift to support Professional Technical and Healthcare programs at SPSCC. A representative from the Bruno and Evelyne Betti Foundation shared that the gift is about a lifelong program of “Giving A Leg Up” to support others, which was the heart of the Betti's philanthropic work.Learn More
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Richard & Karen Jordan Tonelli
Richard and Karen had been private supporters of the college for many years. In 2018, Karen gracefully ended her ongoing battle with cancer and Richard lost the love of his life. Richard is keeping Karen’s legacy alive and their scholarship continues to help pay for tuition for students who have struggled with addiction in their lives.Foundation Scholarships
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Bill Funk & Marilyn Zuckerman
Bill and Marilyn believed in equal access to higher learning for all classes of society. Virtually the whole combined family of Funks and Zuckermans have attended SPSCC at one point or another, which stands as a testament to their collective belief in the community college mission. An endowed memorial scholarship and a named library study room carry on Bill and Marilyn's legacy at SPSCC.
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Dr. Nels Hanson
Through the Community College Act of 1967, Olympia Vocational Technical Institute (OVTI), as SPSCC was formerly known, was put under the jurisdiction of Community College District 12. Dr. Hanson was District 12 President during this important time in SPSCC's history. His leadership saw many big changes in education for Olympia and beyond. Through his children, Dr. Hanson left a substantial estate gift to his Foundation endowment to carry on his legacy of supporting higher education in the region.
Planned Giving
Create a legacy that shapes the future—your planned gift can open doors for generations of SPSCC students. Thoughtful planning today ensures your wishes are honored and your impact is felt for years to come.
Join the Leave 10 Movement
As a Leave 10 South Sound partner, we invite you to consider leaving at least 10% of your estate to charitable causes you care about—including the SPSCC Foundation. The Leave 10 movement is built on a simple, powerful idea: that together, we can build a stronger, more generous South Sound community.
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Ways to Give
Your gift of education will last a lifetime. You are empowering a future nurse, architect, mechanic, entrepreneur, and leader in our community.
Grants
Foundation grants provide just-in-time financial support when students face unexpected challenges that could otherwise force them to pause their education. Through the generous support of our donors, these grants help prevent temporary setbacks from becoming permanent roadblocks to success.
Your Impact
When a student faces an unexpected financial crisis, even a relatively small expense can jeopardize their ability to continue their education. Grants provide the immediate assistance students need to stay focused on their academic goals rather than being forced to choose between education and essential needs.
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Scholarships
SPSCC Foundation scholarships make tuition affordable and college accessible for student. Whether you give annually or create an endowed scholarship, your contribution helps students and strengthens our community.
Student Success
When you donate unrestricted funds, you're empowering students with the flexibility they need to overcome the unexpected. Whether it's covering tuition gaps, paying for textbooks, or addressing emergency expenses, your contribution ensures that students can stay on track, no matter what challenges arise.
Sounding Off for Student Success
Support for our students comes in many different forms. Student needs are always evolving and so are our approaches.
Contact Us
Making an impact starts with a conversation. Get in touch with the Foundation team. We’re here to help you find the giving path that is right for you.
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Staff and Board
Our staff and board members are dedicated to advancing our mission of supporting all students. Through our shared commitment to student success, we work together to maintain our reputation as one of the most trusted charitable organizations in the South Sound region.
