The MJC Foundation annually awards more than $69,000 in student scholarships from donor designated funds. More than $30,000 in program and staff development grants are funded each year for projects such as upgrading science lab equipment, supporting cultural campus events, purchasing musical instruments, providing electronic learning resources and books for the library. We also provide funding for many other important instructional needs at the college.
There are lots of ways to give.
· Scholarships, Plan Giving, the President’s Circle or In-Kind Donations
· For more information on how to give, contact the Foundation Director, Kent Olson at 209-575-6156
Help us ensure student success by donating today!
Foundation Successes
· The 2007 Summer Sonata netted close to $67,000 to support MJC students.
· The President’s Circle events exceeded $44,000.00 in membership donations. Donors may now join the President’s Circle at three membership levels: Bronze Level $1,000, Silver Level $1,500 and Gold level $2,500.
· MJC’s 2008 scholarship celebration saw 372 students receive more than $181,000 in scholarships.
For more information about ways to support the college or MJC students, call the MJC Foundation office at 575-6068. For more information about scholarship opportunities at the college, call the financial aid office at 575-7700.
Each year, the Modesto Junior College Foundation sponosrs several events to raise funds and promote awareness of their activities. We are always adding new events, please check back often for more details.
MJC 90th Anniversary Ceremony
September 19, 2011(Monday), 3 p.m.
East Campus Quad, free!
September 19 marks the first day of classes held by Modesto Junior College in 1921, which were offered on the Modesto High School campus that first year. MJC will commemorate this landmark birthday with a dedication of a large bronze MJC seal mounted in stone at the center of the Quad. The ceremony will be followed by a program in the Auditorium showcasing a video produced by Wes Page of MJC’s nine-decade legacy and the Alumni Hall of Fame Awards. A Reception will follow in the Auditorium Lobby.
Click on the link below to view the MJC 90th Anniversary Documentary promo by Wes Page:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdXjhX7_M6Q
ANNOUNCEMENT: Stadium "Victory" Campaign
Thirty-three world records have been set at the MJC stadium since its humble installation in the early 1920's. Thanks to the tremendous support of loyal alumni, students, faculty and community members, the MJC stadium has become nationally known today.
The MJC Stadium Victory Campaign aims to expand and modernize the existing track and football stadium. You can be a part of history and help meet our students' needs with a gift to this project.
Naming opportunities are available!
Contact The MJC Foundation at (209) 575-6068 for more information.
Click on the link below to view the Victory Campaign YouTube video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HKyZP7fBVo
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