About Us
For more than 70 years, Clark College has served as a pillar institution in Vancouver and Southwest Washington, serving thousands of students from a wide array of backgrounds and financial circumstances. Clark College has provided citizens from our region and beyond with opportunities to pursue their educational goals and, for many, their life missions.
Clark College Foundation was established in 1973 and serves as the fundraising partner of Clark College. The Foundation provides support to the College in a variety of ways, including scholarships and program support.
The Foundation provides more than $300,000 in scholarship support to over 250 students each year. Scholarship support is an investment in the future of our students, affording them the opportunity to focus on their educational goals.
Since 1997, the Foundation has provided more than $6 million to Clark College for an array of programs and services. This support allows the College to provide our students a margin of excellence simply not possible through state funding alone.
Over 13,000 students from the Southwest Washington and Portland region are served by Clark College each year. Many of these students struggle with paying for tuition and books. Through community philanthropy, Clark College Foundation can provide the support our students need to succeed. We invite you to join us!
Clark College Foundation inspires the joy of philanthropy in support of student success and program excellence at Clark College. Our Vision Philanthropic support developed and stewarded by Clark College Foundation will make exceptional educational opportunities accessible to all who seek them at Clark College.
Our Values
Clark College Foundation holds these core values:
Philanthropy
Recognition of philanthropy as the cornerstone in building a successful higher education environment.
Integrity
Adherence to professional ethics and assuming responsibility for one's actions while maintaining high standards and consistent performance.
Innovation
Support of new ideas, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement at Clark College to transform lives and strengthen our community.
Stewardship
Demonstration of sound management of philanthropic resources for the good of the College, its students, and the community.
Service
Creation of an altruistic environment in which service to others is the guiding principle.
Diversity
Demonstration of a deep respect for differences by actively seeking, celebrating, and creating opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Teamwork
Respect for and embracing of the strengths, perspectives, and talents of every individual by promoting an environment of cooperation, trust, and open communication
