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Impact

Services offered by the Gulf Coast State College Foundation

The dedication and generous support of our community has enabled the GCSC Foundation to provide educational opportunities to students and the College for more than 43 years. We thank you for your commitment to education and for making it possible for so many deserving students to learn, achieve and prosper right here in our community.

BECOME A FOUNDATION MEMBER

You are invited to join the individuals, businesses, and families of the Foundation who work together to enhance the economic, cultural, and civic welfare of the region through educational programs at Gulf Coast State College.
Fund a Scholarship

A scholarship can change the life of an individual and, in doing so, it can change the life of a family.
Planned Giving

Naming the Gulf Coast State College Foundation, Inc., as a beneficiary in a will, insurance policy, or trust allows you to influence and touch the future by enriching the lives of generations of students.

HONOR YOUR FRIEND or LOVED ONE

A memorial or honorary contribution to the GCSC Foundation not only pays tribute to your friend or loved one, but also enhances the life of a student with education and encouragement. You can make a tax-deductible contribution to the GCSC Foundation in memory of a friend or to honor a loved one’s birthday, graduation, marriage, or other special occasion.
SUPPORT FOUNDATION EVENTS

Make a difference in the life of a student by participating in GCSC Foundation events. Your sponsorship and/or donation will support educational programs and opportunities for students of GCSC.

Mini Grant Program for GCSC

The Foundation’s mini grant program was created to fund various innovative projects at Gulf Coast State College (GCSC). Grant requests should not exceed $2,500; exceptions will be considered on their merits. There are two application periods each fiscal year-September and January. The application period will begin on the first day of the month and end on the last day of the month. Applications must have the approval from the following sources-Immediate Supervisor or Division Chair, and the GCSC President.

The Foundation’s mini grant committee should make their selections by the 15th of the month following the application deadline. The Foundation Board has the final approval on all requests. Nominees may be asked to make a presentation before the Board. All mini grant recipients are to follow the purchasing and travel guideline procedures as established by GCSC. All mini grants should be expended by the close of the Foundation’s fiscal year (June 30th). Application Mini Grant Application (pdf) or in MS Word version Mini Grant Application

Impact

BECOME A FOUNDATION MEMBER

Fund a Scholarship

Planned Giving