RCTC Foundation

10/16/2026

💰 Spring Scholarships Are Open!

Don't miss your chance to apply for spring scholarships! With 42 unique scholarships, 100 available awards, and over $121,300 in funding, there are opportunities waiting for you.

10/16/2026

Giving Tree Applications Are Still Open!

If you or your family could use a little extra support this holiday season, we encourage you to apply for the RCTC Giving Tree. Thanks to generous community members, selected students will receive holiday assistance to help make the season a little brighter.

Apply today before the deadline! ❤️

10/15/2026

Yesterday, we were honored to welcome U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to Rochester Community and Technical College.

During her visit, she toured several of our hands-on learning environments and had the opportunity to see firsthand how RCTC students are developing the skills and experience needed for in-demand careers. The team was proud to showcase our outstanding students, faculty, and staff and highlight the important role community and technical colleges play in strengthening Minnesota's workforce.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this visit a success.

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Minnesota is stop 44 on McMahon’s “Returning Education to the States” tour, a nationwide trip to hear from teachers, parents and local leaders and build a toolkit of best practices.

10/13/2026

The 2026 Giving Tree Sign-Up Is Officially Open!

We are so grateful to partner with the generous donors again this year so support RCTC students so they can receive support this holiday season.

Please use the link to apply:
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10/09/2026

Please join us in welcoming Sylwia Bujak Oliver to the RCTC Foundation Board of Directors!

As Executive Director of 125 LIVE, Sylwia is known throughout our community as a strategic, collaborative, and passionate leader. Her commitment to public service, advocacy, and community engagement aligns perfectly with the Foundation's mission.

We are grateful to have Sylwia join our Board as a steward, advocate, and champion for student success. Together, we're helping build a stronger workforce and a brighter future for our community.

Please join us in welcoming Sylwia Bujak Oliver to the RCTC Foundation Board of Directors! As Executive Director of 125 LIVE, Sylwia is known throughout our community as a strategic, collaborative, and passionate leader. Her commitment to public service, advocacy, and community engagement aligns per...

10/02/2026

We are proud to support Rochester Community and Technical College and the incredible students who make our community stronger every day.

Did you know?

✨ 7,100 students are currently enrolled
✨ 95.7% graduate-related employment rate
✨ More than 70 academic programs available
✨ 93.3% licensure pass rate
✨ 51% of students are first-generation college students

These numbers represent real people, real opportunities, and real impact. We are honored to help invest in student success and the future of our community. 💙

10/01/2026

Thank You.

Since Founder's Day, we have received so many thoughtful messages, emails, and conversations from attendees sharing how meaningful the evening was.

Your support, enthusiasm, and belief in our students continue to inspire us.

Because of generous alumni, donors, partners, and friends, students are finding opportunity, overcoming barriers, and building brighter futures every day.

Thank you for helping make the 2026 Founder's Day Evening such a memorable celebration of impact, generosity, and community.

09/29/2026

For Students Breaking New Ground

If you're the first in your family to attend college, scholarships can help make your educational goals more attainable.

RCTC scholarships are designed to support students from all backgrounds as they work toward a brighter future.

The Spring Scholarship Application is now open.

09/25/2026

RCTC is an exceptional value, but there still may be financial struggles associated with attending college. Scholarships help to ease the financial burden for many students and do not need to be repaid.
Thanks to our generous donors theses scholarship are made possible! Scholarships help pay for tuition, textbooks, and class fees, and each award is based on a variety of criteria such as major, demographics, financial need, GPA, etc. The scholarship application for the Spring 2027 semester will be open from September 14th – October 31st.

09/24/2026

Tonight is the Fall 2026 Scholarship Ceremony! 🎓

We're honored to celebrate the scholarship recipients whose hard work and determination have earned them support for their educational journeys, and to recognize the generous donors who make these scholarships possible.

Every scholarship tells a story of opportunity, made possible by individuals who believe in the power of education and student success.

Thank you to our donors for your generosity and congratulations to all of this year's scholarship recipients! ✨