The KVCC FOUNDATION’S mission is:

The Kennebec Valley Community College Foundation (KVCC Foundation) assists KVCC in fulfilling its mission of providing citizens with an accessible and affordable quality education. The KVCC Foundation Board of Trustees achieves this goal by raising funds to promote and support al educational programs and services; to provide state-of-the-art equipment and facilities; and to ensure access through scholarship funds to needy students.

REAL OPPORTUNITY…

Opportunity – is what the Kennebec Valley Community College Foundation is all about. Through partnerships, we provide opportunities...

to students through scholarships, making education possible for those who might not otherwise be able to afford it. We provide funds to the College, making the best possible facilities and equipment available to students.

to business, making skilled employees available to meet the needs of business and working to ensure that the education Kennebec Valley Community College students receive is relevant, realistic, and rewarding.

to 4-year colleges and universities by transferring well-prepared, motivated students to baccalaureate programs and beyond.

KVCC FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2010-2011

Foundation Officers	Affiliation / Occupation
John T. Sutton, President	Consultant
Kathy L. Corey, Vice President	Day’s Jewelers
Karen L. Greenleaf, Treasurer	Franklin-Somerset FCU
Barbara W. Woodlee, Secretary	President, Kennebec Valley Community College
Foundation Trustees	Affiliation / Occupation
Justin L. Alfond	The League of Young Voters
Donald Borman	Retired Assistant Superintendant of Schools
Kathy L. Corey	Day’s Jewelers
Thomas Depeter	Electrical Distribution
Peter C. Doran	Retired Professor of Health Education,
	University of Maine at Farmington
Karen L. Greenleaf	Franklin-Somerset Federal Credit Union
Keith J. Gunning	Retired - Bangor Savings Bank
Dann Hayden	Cianbro Corporation
David Leach	D.L. Electric
Dwight Littlefield	Education Consultant
John E. Macklin	Retired Physician
Richard H. Madore	Madison Paper Industries
John E. Marden	Marden’s, Inc.
Rodney E. Mears	Northeast Laboratory Services
George Orestis	Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Tobi L. Schneider	Attorney-at-Law
Earl H. Smith	Retired Dean of the College, Colby College
Sara J. Sylvester	Oakgrove Living & Rehabilitation Center

 

CHARITABLE GIVING

There are many ways that you can contribute to KVCC, through the KVCC Foundation:

Cash Gifts — Contributions of cash, or by check or credit card (MC, VISA, and Discover) of any amount should be designated to the KVCC Foundation, and mailed to the address above. Donations by credit card can also be taken over the phone by calling the number above. Gifts can be either restricted or unrestricted in nature.

Stocks/Mutual Funds/Securities — A gift of appreciated securities may be your best way to make a contribution while avoiding capital gains tax and receiving a tax deduction at fair market value.  

Pledges — Written notification of intent to provide an Annual Fund gift before the end of the fiscal calendar year (June 30) is gratefully accepted at any time.  

Matching Gifts — Many companies will match an employee’s gift to a non-profit organization. Please ask whether your employer participates in a matching gifts program. If so, enclose the company’s matching gift form with your contribution. You will be recognized in one of KVCC's gift clubs for the full amount of your gift plus the match.  

Honor and Memorial Gifts — A gift made in honor or in memory of a cherished individual, family member, or friend is gratefully accepted and recognized by the College accordingly.  

Gifts-in-Kind — Contributions of goods or special services are accepted on a case-by-case basis. This may include real estate, vehicles, office equipment, furnishings, or other items that would represent savings for the College’s operating budget.  

Planned Giving — Please consider securing KVCC's future by including the Foundation in your will or other estate plans. By making KVCC part of your estate planning, you can make an enormous difference in the lives of many students.

To find out more about the KVCC Foundation, or how you can you make a donation, please contact: Kim Sheff, at 207-453-5020 or ksheff@kvcc.me.edu.