History
GOCC Foundation was incorporated in 1979 as a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) organization that supports the educational programs and services at the college. The Foundation raises and appropriates funds for various programs and activities which support the mission and objectives of GOCC.
The Foundation Mission Statement
The mission of the Glen Oaks Community College Foundation is to award scholarships and grants to students, faculty and staff members of Glen Oaks Community College, and to maintain and develop the facilities and services of Glen Oaks Community College for broader educational opportunities and services.
Board of Directors
The Foundation is governed by a volunteer board appointed to three-year renewable terms.
Directors are drawn from the business and philanthropic community and generally number 18.
Directors are selected persons who represent positive leadership in the community and have an expressed interest and desire to solicit support and raise funds that will benefit the college. One member of the GOCC Board of Trustees serves on the Foundation Board.
Programs and Services
The following programs and services at Glen Oaks Community College have been wholly or partially funded by gifts from the GOCC Foundation:
- Scholarships, awards, and emergency funds
- Learning resource and individualized instruction centers
- Furnishings and equipment for the Business Development Center
- Speakers Program
- Visiting Artist Program
- Equipment for Fitness Center
- Equipment for Nursing, Automotive, Data Processing, Electronics, and Science Departments
- Capital building projects
Why are Gifts Needed?
The State of Michigan provides less than 30 percent of the College's operating budget.
The College Board of Trustees is committed to providing accessible education to the residents of the County, and to holding tuition at an affordable rate.
Some student services and special programs would not be available without private contributions.
Tax Considerations
Gifts to the GOCC Foundation are eligible for Federal tax deductions and the State of Michigan tax credit (50% up to $400, married filing jointly) as allowable by law.
Certain types of planned gifts to benefit the Foundation after the death of the donor are eligible for current tax deductions. Information is available from attorneys, CPA's and other tax advisers or the GOCC Foundation.
To Learn More
Visit the GuideStar web site,
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Glen Oaks Community College Foundation, to view our non-profit organization and the work we do. Once there you will find publicized information shared completely and openly; updated frequently with our goals, accomplishments, needs, programs, mission and the most recent tax filing data. All completely free.
To Make a Gift
Make check payable to the GOCC Foundation and mail to:
Glen Oaks Community College Foundation
62249 Shimmel Road, Centreville, MI 49032
Send Email to Janene Breneman
Glen Oaks Community College Foundation
62249 Shimmel Road, Centreville, Michigan 49032-9719
269-294-4384 Toll Free 1-866-412-4567
FAX 269-467-7912 Website: www.glenoaks.edu