What is the Foundation of Wayne Community College, Inc.?

The Foundation of Wayne Community College, Inc., is a non-profit 501-(c)-(3) corporation that provides private funding for Wayne Community College and its students.  The Foundation provides scholarships, physical resources, and amenities to Wayne Community College. 

Wayne Community College is supported by tax dollars.  Why should I give my money?

State and county allocations comprise a smaller percentage of the college's budget than ever before.  A donation like yours helps increase the quality of the instruction and services that Wayne Community College offers its community.  Quality education increases property values, attracts jobs to the area, and improves commerce so people can get better jobs and have more discretionary income to spend within the local community.

Can I honor or memorialize a person with a donation?

Yes.  The Foundation of Wayne Community College sends acknowledgement to the family of the person memorialized or honored.  The amount of the gift is not designated in the acknowledgement. 

Who governs the Foundation:

A Board of Directors that can number up to 25 members governs the Foundation.  All members are volunteers.  The Foundation of Wayne Community College office staff provides day-to-day management of the Foundation.  The Foundation of Wayne Community College is audited yearly by an independent accounting firm.

What benefits do we receive from contributing to the Foundation of Wayne Community College?

	It feels good to help others.
	What you give here stays here, in your community.
	Contributions to the Foundation of Wayne Community College are tax deductible as allowed by law.
	The sheer knowledge that you are investing in the future of your county by providing excellent lifelong learning.