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- EIN 23-2612698
- (215) 751-8205
- 1700 Spring Garden St Philadelphia PA 19130-3991 USA
- https://foundation.ccp.edu/
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Education, Higher Education
Mission: The Community College of Philadelphia Foundation enhances and enriches the educational experiences of Community College of Philadelphia students by providing external resources to support the College's mission. As its private funding development arm, the Foundation seeks to support the College's mission by bringing together community leaders who will serve as ambassadors broadening the College's image community wide. 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. The Foundation raises funds through its annual fund campaign, special events programs, and individual and corporate solicitations. The Foundation's mission is to highlight the College's strategic priorities by attracting philanthropic contributions; raising public awareness of the College’s people and programs; and engaging current and former students, faculty, staff and friends to actively participate in the College’s endeavors.
Geographic areas served: The Community College of Philadelphia Foundation enhances and enriches the educational experiences of Community College of Philadelphia students by providing external resources to support the College's mission. As its private funding development arm, the Foundation seeks to support the College's mission by bringing together community leaders who will serve as ambassadors broadening the College's image community wide. 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. The Foundation raises funds through its annual fund campaign, special events programs, and individual and corporate solicitations.
Programs: Grants to support student and faculty programs and other special projects at community college of philadelphia. These include student success and support initiatives, faculty support, and community engagement, including a small business training program.
scholarships and awards to community college of philadelphia students. Approximately 400 students were awarded scholarships to offset the costs of tuitions, fees, textbooks and other educational expenses.