Foundation for Santa Barbara City College (SBCC)

03/30/2026

The SBCC School of Extended Learning is changing lives every day. Hear one student’s powerful story about how SBCC opened new doors and helped them grow in ways they never expected.

For full video: https://youtu.be/v2lHSbBNwWE?si=gXCRT9TvwO_7fEhD

07/08/2025

Congrats to Neida Garcia! 😀🎓🎊

After participating for two years in the SBCC Promise, Neida graduated this spring. She's headed to Cal State Fullerton in the fall to pursue a degree in psychology, with plans to earn a master’s.

A first-generation college student, Neida overcame many challenges and credits the SBCC Promise with making her education possible.

“The SBCC Promise allowed me to attend for two years for free, and made college affordable,” Neida shared.

“I’ve learned that people have their personal definitions of success, and I consider myself to be extremely successful. I am proud to be where I am, knowing that I will be transferring to a four-year university."

Thank you to all of the generous donors who make the SBCC Promise possible!

06/30/2025

Congratulations to the organizers and participants of the successful 2025 Summer Bridge Program!

The SBCC Foundation was proud to help support this exciting initiative that took place last week, generously supported by Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) and the SBCC Foundation, partnering with Santa Barbara Unified School District PEAC (Program for Effective Access to College) and Carpinteria Unified School District.

Incoming ninth-grade students from Carpinteria High School and the Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD)—including those from Santa Barbara and Goleta—were welcomed to campus for a hands-on introduction to career technical education in culinary arts, with a deep dive into the local hospitality industry.

The program featured classes on campus and engaging field trips to notable establishments such as Loquita, Lucky Penny, Helena Avenue Bakery, The Lark, La Paloma Café, and the Santa Barbara Farm Education Foundation.

Students also took part in outdoor activities, the Raíces Student Challenge, and an inspiring keynote by Dr. Victor Rios, UC Santa Barbara professor and author, who shared his powerful personal story and encouraged students to follow their dreams.

06/25/2025

Celebrating Tom Garey and SBCC Theatre! 🎭🎊

Charles Thomson Garey, lovingly known as Tom, served as the Director of Design and Technology for the SBCC Theatre Department from 1975–2011. He was active in all aspects of campus life and instrumental in the growth and expansion of the technical program and the development of the Garvin Theatre.

Recently, a new sign was installed above the door of the Tom Garey Scene Studio Office, located in the Garvin Theatre.

“Tom’s first office was in the scene shop,” Judy said. “It’s meaningful that the office should be named in his honor and commemorate his many years of dedication and service to the SBCC Theatre Department.”

Read more:
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Theatre Group

06/18/2025

Exciting news! The SBCC Foundation has awarded $1,187,618 in scholarships to more than 900 SBCC students for the 2025–2026 academic year. This is a remarkable increase from the previous year! 🎊🎓😀

Congrats to Kaylee Bosetti, recipient of the President's Scholarship, and Brady Ward, recipient of the Towbes/Luria STEM Achievement Scholarship – these are the top prizes available through the Foundation.

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Santa Barbara, CA – The SBCC Foundation awarded $1,187,618 in scholarships to more than 900 SBCC students for the 2025–2026 academic

06/16/2025

A total of 1,455 high school students graduated last week from the SB Unified School District, and about 788 plan to attend SBCC! 😀🎓

Watch the KEYT segment:

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - It was a day of celebration for Santa Barbara High students. Graduations for the class of 2025 took place Thursday evening at San

06/12/2025

Read the SB Independent SBCC Alumni Spotlight: Daniela Aguirre Found Guidance, Direction, and Inspiration at SBCC

After a tough semester in Arizona, she returned to the “best city college campus.”

06/10/2025

Congrats to the eleven SBCC high-achieving career technical education students who received scholarships from the Rotary Club of Montecito in partnership with the SBCC Foundation! 😀🎓🎊

Students are nominated by faculty from SBCC’s extensive network of more than 60 Career Technical Education programs. In selecting nominees, instructors consider each student’s academic performance, leadership potential and engagement in the community.

Montecito, California – The Rotary Club of Montecito has awarded scholarships to 11 high-achieving students at Santa Barbara City College studying for

06/02/2025

SBCC Foundation Hosts Successful 6th Annual Spring Forward! Gala ~ Nearly $400,000 Raised to Empower SBCC Students Through Scholarships, Career Training, and the Life-Changing SBCC Promise 😀🎓🎊

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05/29/2025

The EOPS graduation on May 21st was a beautiful gathering to celebrate students and families 🎉

05/29/2025

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! 🎊😀 🎓
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