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2015–16 Pcc Foundation Philanthropy Report Letters from Heartthe 2015–16 PCC FOUNDATION PHILANTHROPY REPORT LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENTS Dear Friends: The first rule of philanthropy is this—people give to people, not to causes. Take Portland Community College. It’s hard to imagine a better cause: educational opportunity for all. At PCC, tens of thousands of students each year—many the first in their families to attend college—train for jobs, earn transfer credits, upgrade career skills, or explore passionate interests. PCC’s scope is simply enormous. There are 80,000 learners, 3,200 faculty and staff, four campuses, seven centers, and hundreds of community partners. The complexity of it all is hard to fully comprehend. But everyone can understand a remarkable person doing something extraordinary for themselves or for others. These are the people who touch our hearts and inspire our philanthropy. As this report illustrates, every gift made through the PCC Foundation celebrates these special, and very personal, connections. This year was a banner year for inspired giving. In 2016, thousands of donors contributed a record-breaking $4.1 million to support PCC students and programs. Our annual gala was the most successful yet. The year also included not one but three milestone gifts—our largest-ever individual pledge, bequest and grant. This year and every year, we thank you for all you do to support PCC’s vital educational mission and amazing students. Your support is changing the world—one heart at a time. Mark Mitsui President, PCC Marion Levitan, President, PCC Foundation Board of Directors Letters from the HeartHeart heart THE MOST MEANINGFUL gifts are always from the heart. What follows are letters inspired by the stories of donors, students, staff, partners and friends whose profoundly personal connections to PCC have sparked some of the year’s most memorable Heartphilanthropic contributions.to heart PCC MULTIMEDIA STUDENT Gabe Karapondo, Craig H. Neilsen Scholarship Recipient To my mom after the accident, I know that phone call was the scariest moment of your life. Afterward, as you sat at my bedside day after day, you were so afraid that you couldn’t even imagine what a possible future for me would look like. Honestly, mom, I used to think that if this ever happened, I’d be done with life. But this accident has taught me that I’m stronger than I ever thought was possible. So don’t worry. It’s still me, mom. I know how lucky I am to be here, and I’m not going to waste it. I’m going to go to college someday. And those jokes of mine that you love? That’ll never change. Love, Gabe GABE KARAPONDO is a PCC multimedia design student and the recipient of a Craig H. Neilsen scholarship, which supports and empowers students affected by and living with spinal cord injuries. After a snowboarding accident left Gabe quadriplegic at age 17, he made to choice to stay close to home for college and enrolled in PCC. Thanks to the support he received from this scholarship, he is able to pursue his dream of being a video game designer. To every PCC student who is worried about where they will sleep tonight, We know you’ve got a lot on your mind. Going back to college is hard enough without having to worry about the next time you’re going to eat or whether or not you’re going to find a place to sleep tonight. The good thing is, you don’t have to do this alone. We know you’re already doing more than even you give yourself credit for, and we want to help. We’re putting our time and our money into affordable housing and scholarships to make sure you can get through college. You can’t learn unless you have a place to live—and that’s why we want to help with both. We’re here for you, Mary and Terry MARY AND TERRY OWEN are longtime believers in the transformative power of education. Terry, a physicist and engineer, taught electrical engineering at PCC for 17 years. Mary went to college later in life and after finishing her degree, co-founded Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH). Their scholarship supports PCC students and their families who live in CPAH housing. PCC SCHOLARSHIP DONORS Mary and Terry Owen To the little girl who loves building things, Pssst. You over there putting together that playhouse. You’re doing an awesome job. The determination in your face, the smile when all the parts fit—I know it well. It’s so satisfying, isn’t it? It probably hasn’t crossed your mind, but the trades can be a career path for you. I wish someone had told me that when I was growing up. It took me a while to get here, but now I’m proud to wear both my steel-toe boots and my dresses. I couldn’t be happier. After you’ve put your hammer down, come find me. I’ll introduce you to all the amazing women I’ve met so you’ll see that this future can be yours someday, too. Be safe, Ash ASH JIMENEZ is the first recipient of PCC’s Evelyn Crowell scholarship, which supports underrepresented students in the trades, including women. After working in the service industry for more than a decade, Ash decided it was time for a change. She completed the Oregon Tradeswomen program this past year, and is now continuing her education in welding at PCC. PCC WELDING STUDENT Ash Jimenez, Evelyn Crowell Swan Island Trade Center Scholarship Recipient PCC SCHOLARSHIP DONORS Marion Levitan and Howard Werth To future concertgoers, The arts were so important in our homes growing up. The soaring strings of the symphony and the falsettos of an opera filled every room in Howard’s house. Music still brings his parents joy. It’s a celebration of our shared humanity, after all. See that singer up there on stage? Not too long ago, she was struggling to find her way, doubting if her voice would reach your ears. Now look at her. Through our gift, we wanted you to experience hers. So sit back. Close your eyes. Listen to the music. It’s beautiful, isn’t it? See you at the theatre, Marion and Howard MARION LEVITAN and HOWARD WERTH both came from families that taught them the value of education. They chose to honor this legacy by joining with Howard’s siblings to establish the Werth Family Endowed Scholarship to honor the sixtieth wedding anniversary of Howard’s parents. Marion and Howard believe that creating opportunities for students to explore their interests—from singing to construction— profoundly changes lives. Marion currently serves as the PCC Foundation Board President. To our champions at The PGE Foundation, The other day, an undocumented student who’d been through the juvenile system came into my office. We walked together to the PCC bookstore and bought books with the money he’d saved from working not one but two jobs. You know what’s beautiful about him? His determination. Because of your support which helped us create Future Connect, he’s going to make it through college. I get to tell him his goal of becoming an EMT is valid and achievable. We’ve never met, but we’re a team. I’m here for the students, and you are too. Thanks for investing in us, Adam ADAM LUCERO is a success coach for PCC’s Future Connect, a program which removes barriers for first-generation and low-income college students. Portland General Electric (PGE) Foundation was one of the lead supporters in the creation of Future Connect in 2011, and continues to proudly support this life-changing program. PCC FUTURE CONNECT SUCCESS COACH Adam Lucero PCC FUTURE CONNECT DONOR Brigid Flanigan To the skeptical donor, I get it. When you make a philanthropic investment, you want to make sure there’s a return on investment. You want to grow programs that are effective, smart and measurable. You want to put your trust in people who aren’t afraid to try something new if it will get better results. That’s why I invest in PCC’s Future Connect. It’s lean, it’s efficient and it’s effective. We know that personal coaching and targeted courses help students stay in school—and graduate from college. And that’s the kind of return you just can’t get anywhere else. Let’s talk, Brigid In 2016, BRIGID FLANIGAN and her family foundation gave the largest donation in PCC history in support of Future Connect. This gift funded two new college success coaches. Brigid is president of Shamrock Holdings, a real estate development company. PCC SCHOLARSHIP DONOR Ryan Courtney To the future clients of my employee, The minute I met Melissa, I knew I had to have her on my team. It was her determination that got me. I saw that she wanted a better future and would do anything to have it. I sense that in you, too. That’s why you deserve the best agent in town. Lucky for you, it’s Melissa. Through hell or high water, she’ll guide you through the messy world of premiums and assets with a smile you can’t help but be taken in by. She’s got smarts, she’s got heart, and she’ll make you feel safe. And I can’t think of anyone better for you to trust. Your neighbor, Ryan RYAN COURTNEY owns a State Farm insurance agency on PCC’s Southeast Campus and created a scholarship for PCC students as a way to introduce himself to the campus community.
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