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Foundation Annual Report 2009–2010 | Investing in Possibilities Letter from the Foundation President and College President AT COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF PHILADELPHIA, we are deeply committed to investing in the future. We know our students are making a signifi cant investment in themselves, often as the very fi rst members of their families to study at the postsecondary level. They invest their time, money and effort in higher education to upgrade their skills, to begin their journey toward a bachelor’s degree or to benefi t from the increased earning power that comes with completing an associate’s degree. At the same time, the College invests in our students on a number of levels, such as hiring top quality faculty, refi ning our curriculum and providing hundreds of much-needed scholarships each year. Scholarship support of Community College of Philadelphia is an exceptional investment. Because the College keeps tuition costs competitive, each scholarship dollar goes far, yielding more return than it would at a private university. Perhaps the most exciting investment that is currently under way at the College is Expanding Possibilities — our fi rst-ever fundraising campaign with the largest and most ambitious goal in our history. We are seeking $10 million in public and private support to help realize our plans and meet the $85 million cost of expand- ing our facilities, scholarship offerings and programs. Please take a moment to look through these pages and get to know our students. We hope you also will help us celebrate those individuals, corporations, and community and government organizations who invest in the future with us through their support of the College. Together, we make the path to possibilities a reality. Sincerely, Stephen M. Curtis A.E. Piscopo President President Community College of Philadelphia Community College of Philadelphia Foundation The Foundation Annual Report is prepared by the Offi ce of Institutional Advancement and designed by the Division of Marketing and Government Relations. It refl ects activities accomplished during the 2009-2010 fi scal year, which began July 1, 2009 and ended June 30, 2010. Gifts received on or after July 1, 2010 will be acknowledged in next year’s Donor Honor Roll. The staff has worked diligently to avoid errors and omissions. If an error has been made, please inform the Offi ce of Institutional Advancement by calling 215-751-8042. Investing in... ...a Commitment to Community 2 About the College ...the Power of Education 4 T About the Foundation A BLE O ...the Rewards of Giving 6 Annual Giving the Architects of Education 8 F ... CON Foundation Mini-Grant Programs ...Future Leaders 10 Student Scholarships T EN the Potential of Connection 12 ... T Corporate Initiatives S ...a Shared Dedication 14 Special Projects Investing Together 16 Grant Funding Gifts to the College Donor Honor Roll ...the Opportunity of Growth 32 Expanding Possibilities: The Campaign for Community College of Philadelphia Investing in a Commitment to Community About the College MISSION Community College of Philadelphia is an open admission, associate’s degree-granting institution that provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Phila- delphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds, and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals. LOOKING BACK AT 2009-2010 The spotlight has shone brightly on community colleges over the past year. President Obama has identified our institutions as playing a key role in boosting America’s economy. Jobs requiring associate’s degrees or greater are projected to grow twice as quickly as those for which a degree is not necessary. In order to keep those jobs in our country, we must educate our workforce appropriately. Community College of Philadelphia has responded quickly to the demands of the economy and the community, acting even before national, state and local resources became available. We’re finding creative ways to do more with less, whether that means opening new virtual academic and student support centers, like the Center for Science and Engineering Education and the Center for Male Engagement; creating proficiency certificate programs that help students earn credentials quickly, so they can re-enter the workforce on a more rewarding career path; or pioneering programs to introduce more people in our community to the opportunities at the College, encouraging them to continue their education and find their path to possibilities. “BECOMING A NURSE was one of my childhood dreams. As a registered nurse in Romania, my grand- mother was my inspiration and my role model. She took the time to show me what it really means to care for people and I was able to see how fulfilling this can be. I was about six years old when she took me to the hospital where she was working and that was an experience I will never forget. That was the moment when my desire to become a nurse started.” —Liliana Banciu 2 Following is just a sample of how Community College of Philadelphia has impacted the College Board of Trustees Philadelphia region in 2009-2010: George E. Davis, Chair Varsovia Fernandez, Vice Chair • In August 2009, Juan Sepúlveda hosted a White House community conversation Gilbert A. Wetzel, Vice Chair on Hispanic education at the College. Dorothy Sumners Rush, Secretary • In September 2009, President Curtis teamed with LaGuardia Community College president Gail Mellow to launch a national media campaign for Matthew Bergheiser President Obama’s American Graduation Initiative. Rhonda R. Cohen, Esq. • In October 2009, the Center for Science and Engineering Education opened Helen Cunningham to foster the development of science, engineering, technology and math Sallie A. Glickman education and supply this region’s businesses with the skilled employees Lydia Hernández Vélez they need. Stacy E. Holland • In November 2009, the Center for Male Engagement opened to provide Harold A. Honickman support services to help African-American male students achieve academic The Honorable James F. Kenney and personal success. The Honorable James R. Roebuck, Jr. • In December 2009, Governor Rendell spoke at the Institute of Medicine’s Jeremiah J. White, Jr. Forum on the Future of Nursing, hosted by the College. Marcellette Wise Ellison • In January 2010, the College announced the receipt of a $3.18 million Pathways Out of Poverty grant to provide short-term career-specific training that will lead to emerging green-collar careers for qualified veterans, Emeritus Trustees unemployed workers, ex-offenders and other Philadelphia residents. Jane S. Abrahams, deceased • In February 2010, the College featured Law and Society Week, including Robert S. King the Wills for Heroes program, a free service that provides wills, living wills Isadore A. Shrager, deceased and financial powers of attorney to Pennsylvania first responders and their spouses or significant others. • In April 2010, students Fraidel Phelps and Shameka Sawyer were named to the Coca-Cola All-State Community College Academic Team program and were designated all-Pennsylvania scholars. • In May 2010, the Regional Center Leadership Awards honored 18 community, elected official, student, education, faith and business luminaries from around the city. • In May 2010, more than 2,300 associate’s degrees and certificates were awarded to more than 2,000 graduates at the 44th Annual Commencement. t is the College’s mission to serve this community, and we do so not just by Ieducating, but also through additional community outreach. As the only public institu- tion of higher learning in the city, we are committed to preparing our students for careers that are both rewarding for the student and in demand in our region, ensuring that both the student and the community benefit. The College is expanding our Main Campus and Northeast Regional Center sites to better support the Philadelphia community and meet the growing demand for a high-quality, affordable and accessible education. Last year, and every year, the College is investing in the future of this region. An investment in the College is an investment in possibilities. 3 Investing in the Power of Education About the Foundation MISSION THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION enhances and enriches the educational experiences of Com- munity College of Philadelphia students by providing external resources to support the College’s mission. As the private funding development arm of the College, the Foundation seeks to support the College’s mission by bringing together community leaders who will serve as ambassadors of the College, broadening the College’s image within the community. The Foundation serves the College by creating partnerships with individuals, businesses, organizations and foundations to raise private gifts for scholarships, instructional equipment, professional development and capital needs of the College. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS Foundation Board of Directors • In the second year of our fi rst-ever campaign, Expanding Possibilities: The Campaign for A.E. Piscopo, President Community College of Philadelphia, the Foundation Arlene M. Yocum, Treasurer has raised more than $6.6 million toward its $10 million Stanley S. Cohen, Esq., Vice President goal. Richard S. Downs, Secretary • The Foundation and Offi ce of Institutional Kernie L. Anderson Advancement coordinated nearly $775,000 in George Arnold support of more than 650 scholarships. Lorraine H. Brown, Ph.D. • During 2009/2010, the Foundation provided nearly Bruce E. Caswell, Ph.D. $27,000 in support of 10 projects through its Helen Cunningham annual Mini-Grant program.