Mission Statement
The Golden West College Foundation, established in 1985, is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to supporting Golden West College's mission of providing comprehensive academic opportunities. The Foundation is a vehicle for accepting private gifts, donations and bequests to provide funding for institutional accomplishments that are not funded through public funds.
Individuals and businesses are invited to share in the educational vision of Golden West College and the enhancement of the quality of life in the community. Gifts may be cash, stock, bonds and property. A deferred gift may be arranged through a will, life insurance policy, annuity or trust.
Managed by a board of directors who provide leadership and direction for the organization's operation, the Foundation has grown steadily during the past ten years and now has assets of over $2,000,000. This has been accomplished through donations of cash from individuals and businesses, bequests and grants. In addition to cash assets, the Foundation annually receives donated equipment and supplies that represent thousands of dollars in in-kind gifts.
The main thrust of the Foundation is directed toward building support for college-wide needs. To nurture groups who have special interests in supporting Golden West College, there are two volunteer auxiliaries. Each auxiliary is managed by its own board and officers and requires membership dues for its operational expenses. Membership is open to the public.
A video message from Margie Bunten
Director, Public Relations & Institutional Advancement
mbunten@gwc.cccd.edu
714.895.8315
"The Foundation is dedicated to supporting the College's mission of providing comprehensive academic opportunities to the community for lifelong learning"
- John and Linda McGovern
