March 2023 Newsletter
Spring is officially here and marks the start of another exciting giving season for the Kishwaukee College Foundation. From fundraising campaigns and scholarship awards to donor receptions and celebratory events, we are grateful for our supporters who help us advance the College's mission to improve lives by providing equitable, student-centered education. 
Donor Appreciation Reception

We are pleased to be returning to an in-person event where we thank donors and connect them with their scholarship recipients. The Scholarship Donor Appreciation Reception will be held from 2:30 to 4:00 pm Thursday, April 13, 2023, at the Kishwaukee College Student Center. Please RSVP by March 31 to foundation@kish.edu or call 815-825-9803.
 
We look forward to seeing you soon. 
Spring 2023 Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations to our Spring 2023 scholarship recipients. Through the amazing support of donors, the Foundation awarded 280 scholarships totaling $181,845.

We are currently accepting applications for the Fall 2023 semester, with a deadline of April 17.
Pictured: Spring 2023 Scholarship Recipients
Program Enhancements
Pictured: Kish Students utilizing microscopes during a science class.
Program Enhancements are another form of financial support provided by the generosity of donors, which benefits College departments for various needs, including educational support for instructors, new equipment, and testing services for students. The Foundation awarded $123,461 in program enhancement funds for the 2022-2023 academic year.
Student Thank You
"Thank you for this award, which lifts a huge financial burden. This scholarship will help me focus on school and my journey to getting my certification and becoming a better man."

- Tarevis Hopkins, Spring 2023 Heartland Bank Community Enhancement Scholarship

Program of Study: Google IT Support Certificate
Give DeKalb County


The Foundation is excited to participate in Give DeKalb County, which is celebrating its 10th year. Donations from this one-day event will support the financial needs of our students. Please consider donating on Thursday, May 4, 2023.

 
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