Supporting Student Success. Building Futures Together.

Through the generosity of donors, the Foundation helps remove financial barriers, enhance learning environments, and create opportunities for students to reach their goals.

Make an Immediate Impact

Even the most determined students can be derailed by financial strain to afford:

  • School Costs & Fees: Tuition, books and fees strain budgets.
  • Basic Needs: Housing insecurity and food needs can create daily stress.
  • Unexpected Emergencies: A sudden car repair or medical bill can interrupt a student’s ability to attend class or complete their program.
  • Technology: Access to Wi-Fi, essential devices and software.

“Many students who fall off the college pathway are struggling with one or more unmet basic needs.” – michigan.gov

Support WCC Students with a Gift

Your Impact in Numbers

Thank you to our 2025 donors! Last year, your generosity enabled students to afford college, enhanced accessibility in the classroom, expanded access to technology, provided support for unexpected financial crises and critical food assistance to help students stay on track with their goals at WCC.


Generous Scholarships, such as WCC’s Foundation have granted me more opportunities to grow personally, professionally, and academically. I always feel incredibly supported at WCC.

Marjolaine Encabo
Marjolaine Encabo
WCC Student

$2,185,741

Awarded during the 2026 academic year

2,450

Student awards made during the 2026 academic year

25%

Increase in scholarship awards over the 2025 academic year

162%

Increase in Student Impact Fund dollars awarded from 2025 to 2026

See the Difference You Make

The following four videos demonstrate how Foundation support makes a difference throughout the WCC community.


Making Learning More Accessible

Kalthoum Bayz, Professor of Life Sciences

A classroom microscope with an integrated camera and screen projection helped make biology instruction more accessible for a visually impaired student. The technology also enhanced the learning experience for the entire class, allowing students to follow lessons more easily and focus on understanding biological concepts.

Foundation support helps enhance learning environments and provide educational experiences and opportunities for students.

A Scholarship Makes a Difference

Roy Hart, Radiography Student

The radiography program requires significant time and commitment, including clinical rotations, coursework, and exams. Roy Hart shares how scholarship support has helped make this demanding program financially possible, allowing him to focus on his education and future career.

Helping Students Find Their Path

Lamarr, Supervisor of Orientation, Onboarding and Outreach, Student Services

For many prospective students, the cost of college is one of the biggest concerns. Lamarr explains how Foundation support helps Student Services connect students with scholarships, food assistance, and other resources that can make pursuing an education more accessible.

Together, We Illuminate Futures

Nikki Borges, Chief Philanthropy Officer

Nikki Borges shares the Foundation’s mission to make a Washtenaw Community College education affordable, accessible, and impactful. From scholarships and unexpected financial support to innovative learning opportunities, donor generosity helps create opportunities and illuminate futures.

Help Build Futures Together.

Your gift helps students access the education, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed. Support scholarships, the Student Impact Fund, or the area of greatest need.

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