UCC Foundation
UCC Foundation
“The best use of life is to invest in something, which will outlast life.” –William James
UCC Foundation
The UCC Foundation was established in 1970 for charitable and educational purposes by improving the financial support of the College through gifts, grants and bequests. Its primary purpose is to provide opportunities for individuals, corporations, foundations and other groups to support the educational programs of the College.
The Umpqua Community College Foundation is a tax-exempt organization as described in Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It qualifies as a public charitable organization under Section 170\ (b) (1) (A) (vi) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to the Foundation are fully tax deductible according to the schedules established under income tax and estate tax regulations. The Foundation’s tax identification number is 23-7287018.
Past Award Winners
In 2002, the Distinguished Benefactor of the Year award was created to recognize those who have financially supported UCC through significant gifts. Past award winners include the following:
2002 Recipient - Mildred Whipple
2003 Recipient - Donna Woolley
2004 Recipients - Del & Evelyn Blanchard
2005 Recipients - Hank & Verna Bailey
2006 Recipients - Curtis & Grace Trent, Clifford & Gladys Pearson
2007 Recipients - Doug & Mollie LeFevre, A.B. & Wanda McGuire Trust
2008 Recipients - Kenneth & Bonnie Ford, Paul & Lory Utz
2009 Recipients - LaVerne & Meryl Murphy, Don Lilja
2010 Recipients - John & Jean Loosley
Support Umpqua Community College
What does a UCC student have in common with Walt Disney? They both started fulfilling their dreams through education at a community college. In Douglas County, about 29% of the high school graduates attend UCC. The unduplicated headcount for academic year 2009-10 was an unprecedented high of 16,547 students. UCC serves the community by offering programs which can transfer to a four-year college, certify people in career-technical fields, retrain employees, provide adult basic education, assist local businesses or offer individuals self improvement classes ranging from art and computers to sign language and welding.
Spend Less/Earn More Money
Spend Less Money: The cost for attending UCC is more affordable than any of the universities in the Oregon State University (OUS) system. The cost per year for attending UCC, based on 15 credits per term, is $3,630 compared to an OUS average of $7,082 per year. The OUS also estimates that undergraduate students will spend an additional $11,652 for room and board and personal expenses each year.
Earn More Money: A person who goes to college usually earns more than a person who doesn't. This information is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's 2008 median earnings for full-time workers at least 25 years old. Annual earnings, based on degree, are: high school diploma, $33,801; associate degree, $42,046; bachelor's degree, $55,656; master's degree, $67,337; and professional degrees, $100,000+.
UCC's academic atmosphere, professional societies & clubs and recreational programs offer students a well-rounded college experience. Our accessible faculty leads to future student success. By planning for the future, we provide programs that result in jobs for today and tomorrow. UCC has strived to provide students training on modern equipment, make education affordable and fulfill dreams—
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