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Our Donors

Our generous donors make our work possible. We’d love for you to meet some of them and hear their stories.

Donor Stories

Read about our donors and what drives them to support students achieve their educational goals.

“Carolyn is a champion in our community and demonstrates extraordinary efforts to improve the world. She has exhibited innovation and creativity in delivering programming that inspires and supports all learners to increase their capacity for personal growth and positive social change”.

“Carolyn is a champion in our community and demonstrates extraordinary efforts to improve the world. She has exhibited innovation and creativity in delivering programming that inspires and supports all learners to increase their capacity for personal growth and positive social change”.

"Fasthorse Scholarship Carries On Legacy of Helping Yavapai Students Pursue Higher Education.Molly Fasthorse’s tombstone reads, “She walked in beauty,” a statement representing a woman immensely proud of her Tolkopya Yavapai..."

"Carolyn is a champion in our community and demonstrates extraordinary efforts to improve the world. She has exhibited innovation and creativity in delivering programming that inspires and supports all learners..."

"Beth and I are so proud to support these students and to see the efforts of our commitment come to fruition as they are realizing their dreams and goals.Passion is..."

"The impact of the Maricopa Community Colleges has been significant in the community because of its far-reaching programs and educational innovations.A love for art is what introduced Dr. Meryl Haber..."

"In loving memory, we mourn the passing of longtime Foundation friend, Jay Faulkner. Read more about Jay’s contributions and impact on students"

"The Maricopa Community Colleges District would not be able to support students in need at the level they do without the Foundation"

"I want students to be empowered to create their own definition of success. I’m honored to be here to help.Dr. Teresa Leyba-Ruiz, President, Glendale Community College (GCC) knows first-hand the..."

"I support the Maricopa Community Colleges because they provide quality education and job training at a cost that is attainable for the average student and are an affordable alternative to..."

"Mark and Steve established a scholarship fund in honor of their parents, Albert and Lola, who were lovers of art and travel. The endowment fund supports students pursuing careers in..."

"It’s a family affair! The Thomas family has been supporting Maricopa Community College students for multiple generations now.Jean and Gary Thomas, met in 1952, at Phoenix College. In 2017 they..."

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