FOUNDATION
The Brunswick Community College Foundation had a remarkable year in 2024-25, awarding $262,000 in curriculum scholarships and 274 academic scholarships to 205 students, with continued support for Continuing Education scholarships. The Foundation hosted several impactful events, including the record-breaking Bella Italia fundraiser, which netted $76,000, and the Donor Appreciation Luncheon, attended by 300 supporters. Other highlights included the annual Women in Philanthropy & Leadership Dinner, a successful Campus Fund Drive raising $38,314, and the allocation of $16,000 in emergency scholarships to support students in critical need. Donations played a pivotal role in the Foundation’s success, with a generous $500,000 gift from Mr. Alan Holden, $4.3 million in planned giving commitments, and contributions ranging from $10,000 for scholarships by Daniel and Linda Lynes to $35,000 from the Assistance League of Greater Wilmington. The Foundation also spearheaded community-focused initiatives such as leading relief drives and coordinating employee volunteer efforts with Brunswick Family Assistance. These collective efforts highlight the extraordinary power of generosity and community, proving that every gift, big or small, can create lasting ripples of hope and opportunity for students striving to achieve their dreams.
New Scholarships
Student Ambassadors Kylea Dowler - AA, College Transfer Pathway Michael Hayes - AA, Information Technology Erin Howdershelt - AA, Criminal Justice Technology Sarah Long - AA, Pre-Nursing Joseph Snapp - AA, Business Administration Austin Tyras-Reed - AS, Computer Science Cameron Williams - AA Mark Williams - AAS, Computer Programming
Friends of BCC - $5400 Nursing Scholarship Rivertown Riders - $3,000 Town of Holden Beach - $1000 William Sermons - $2000 Cedar Missionary Baptist Church - $500 donation Chick-Fil-A Leland - $500 Carolina Border Shields - $500 40 & 8 New Nursing Endowment - $25,000 Amy Kelly - $5,000 Summer Nursing & EMT
Holden Beach Chapel - $7810 Stephan Anthony - $10,000
Amie Archer - $3,000 Memorial Scholarship in memory of Don Evans for Lineman Classes
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