My Nonprofit Reviews

I am a new member of the BCCC Foundation Board. I am a BCCC alum (86) and have been getting more actively involved volunteering at the college over the last several years. I chose to spend my time giving to the college because of what it did for me many years ago and also how impressed I am with all of the remarkable and unique things the college offers today. Due to my circumstances at the time, if it were not for the Bucks, I'm not sure I would have been able to go to college, certainly not full time. It was my only option back then, at a time when college costs were a fraction of what they are today. My education at Bucks was exceptional and met or exceeded my later experience at a four-year college and then law school. Today I am a partner in a successful law firm. I'm not sure I would be where I am if it were not for Bucks.

Today, Bucks provides broad opportunities for students, young and old, to obtain an affordable college education, job training, continuing education, certificate programs, and more. The faculty, administration, educational experience, facilities and programs are comparable to most four-year colleges. But Bucks also provides unparalleled support for the community through its workforce development, continuing education, certificate programs, community and business training, firefighter/public safety training, arts programs, summer camps, etc. It gives so many people an opportunity to lift themselves up if they are willing to work for it.

Many of these opportunities would not be possible without the Foundation. The Foundation cultivates relationships with local, regional and national supporters to provide funds, assistance and awareness in support of existing and new educational opportunities. As public funding sources become more scarce, the Foundation's support allows the college to continue to provide an accessible, affordable and innovative education, while also serving as an important partner to the community. The Foundation staff and Board are an extraordinary group, dedicated to the mission of the college and working continuously to help support and expand the college's impact. I would encourage anyone interested in helping others to help themselves, to check out Bucks and the BCCC Foundation.