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Clark College Foundation (CCF) is an independent nonprofit fueling student success at Clark College through scholarships, emergency grants, Arts@Clark, and program funding.

09/01/2026

📅 It's September 1st, which means GiveMore24! is right around the corner.

This year, on September 24th, Clark College Foundation is asking the Penguin Nation to rally together and support scholarships for Clark students. In 2025-2026, Clark College Foundation awarded over $2.2 million in scholarships to Clark students, and thanks to the Penguin Nation, 880 students received that support.

Every scholarship is more than financial help. It gives a student the confidence to stay enrolled, focus on their studies, and continue on the path toward graduation, transfer, or career success. It tells them that there is an entire community behind them.

Mark your calendars and get ready to give. Let's help even more students reach their goals this year. 💙🐧

🔗 www.givemore24.org/organization/ClarkCollege

🐧 Please join us in welcoming Mary Navarrete to the Clark College Foundation Board of Directors!Mary is the Director of ...
08/26/2026

🐧 Please join us in welcoming Mary Navarrete to the Clark College Foundation Board of Directors!

Mary is the Director of Community Impact at Point West Credit Union, where she leads programs advancing financial inclusion and access to banking for underserved communities. A first-generation immigrant from Michoacan, Mexico, Mary has called Vancouver home since 1997.

Mary earned her A.A. in Business Administration and Management from Clark College -- Vancouver, Washington in 2015, and today she serves as Board Chair of Bienestar and Vice President of the Pacific Northwest Chapter of Juntos Avanzamos, supporting housing, community, and financial pathways for Latinx and immigrant families.

Welcome to the team, Mary! We're so excited to have you. 💙🐧

💡 We're proud to announce the 2026-2027 Innovation Fund recipients!The Innovation Fund supports Clark faculty and studen...
08/24/2026

💡 We're proud to announce the 2026-2027 Innovation Fund recipients!

The Innovation Fund supports Clark faculty and students exploring new frontiers in education and research, helping develop cutting-edge curricula in high-demand fields. Here's where this year's funding is going:

🌎 Planetary Health Living Lab Cooperative ($49,925) - building hands-on research experiences in introductory science courses centered on climate adaptation and citizen science
📐 SLAM Scanning Technology for Surveying ($27,397) - equipping Surveying & Geomatics students with hands-on experience using cutting-edge 3D mapping technology
⚙️ Siemens Level 1 Certification ($16,875) - bringing a globally recognized industry certification to Clark's Mechatronics program, giving students a credential that stands out to employers
🍽️ STEM/Culinary Collaboration ($3,500) - using culturally diverse food to help underrepresented high school students feel a sense of belonging in STEM spaces
📻 Student-Run Radio Station Feasibility Study ($2,300) - exploring what it would take to launch a student-run radio platform for audio storytelling and podcasting
🎥 Applied Math Pathway Video Update ($1,250) - refreshing math course videos with better audio quality, impacting about 700 students a year

This is what it looks like when Clark College dreams big. Congratulations to this year's recipients! 🐧💙

08/21/2026

What is a Penguin? 🐧

For Jordan Boldt, being a Penguin is about staying connected to the community and helping create opportunities for others to thrive.

As President of the Columbia River Economic Development Council, Jordan brings more than 20 years of experience in business development, community partnerships, and placemaking across Southwest Washington.

A Clark College connection is more than where you started. It’s something you carry with you into the community. 💙

Hear from Jordan about what being a Penguin means to him.

🎨 What a great event at the The Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival!As a programming collaborator, Clark College Foundat...
08/20/2026

🎨 What a great event at the The Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival!

As a programming collaborator, Clark College Foundation helped bring a taste of Clark College's creative talent to downtown Vancouver, featuring student work from Clark's Baking, Visual Arts, and Creative Writing programs.

Brought all the way from Seattle, the Clown Garage delighted audiences with their signature blend of artistry and absurdity, showcasing their Waddle Ensemble and Teatime performances.

This festival was a reminder of just how much creativity lives within the Penguin Nation. 💙🎭

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the arts with us! 🐧

💙 We're proud to announce the 2026-2027 Student Success Fund recipients!The Student Success Fund inspires Clark faculty ...
08/14/2026

💙 We're proud to announce the 2026-2027 Student Success Fund recipients!

The Student Success Fund inspires Clark faculty and staff to think big about supporting students facing multiple barriers to success through wraparound resources and impactful programs.

Here's where this year's funding is going:

🏠 Basic Needs Hub ($50,000) - expanding support for students facing food insecurity, housing instability, and financial stress, building on a program that's already served nearly 1,000 students in under two years
💻 CSE Industry Connection Center ($50,000) - bridging the gap between classroom learning and industry experience for Computer Science & Engineering students
🤝 Proactive CARE, BITA & Student Conduct Support System ($50,000) - strengthening how Clark identifies and supports students facing academic, behavioral, or mental health challenges
🎓 Removing Barriers for Future Teachers ($6,000) - helping teacher candidates cover licensing and testing fees so financial hardship doesn't stand between them and the classroom

This is what community-powered generosity makes possible. Congratulations to this year's recipients! 🐧

08/10/2026

🎓 Whether you're 18 or 80, starting fresh or coming back after years away, it's never too late to earn your degree.

Our graduates say it best: your journey doesn't have an expiration date. 💙

Thinking about going back to school? Clark College Foundation is here to help make it possible. 🐧

08/10/2026

"We are here to celebrate and enjoy life, people!" - Cha Wa

Last week's concert at the Waterfront featured the incredible Cha Wa.

People sang, danced, and clapped their hands. Joy was everywhere. And the setting? It doesn't get much better than Vancouver Waterfront Park.

Sponsors included: Clark College Foundation, Washington Trust Bank, The Columbian, The Springs Living, Ondus Restaurant, and The Waterfront Vancouver.

🤳A random pic taken on campus in 2022...If you know, you know. You just had to be there. 🐧💙Do you have any random Clark ...
08/05/2026

🤳A random pic taken on campus in 2022...

If you know, you know. You just had to be there. 🐧💙

Do you have any random Clark College pics from over the years? Drop them in the comments, we’d love to see them!

📸: A.M.

🎓 It's National Scholarship Month!Scholarships can mean the difference between a student staying enrolled or having to s...
08/05/2026

🎓 It's National Scholarship Month!

Scholarships can mean the difference between a student staying enrolled or having to step away. Last fiscal year alone, Clark College Foundation awarded $2.2 million in scholarships to over 880 students, helping remove financial barriers and keep students focused on their education.

Behind every scholarship is a student working toward a degree, a career, and a better future.

This month, consider supporting a Clark College student's journey. Every gift, no matter the size, creates real impact. 💙🐧

Give today: www.givecampus.com/campaigns/37017/donations/new?designation=clarkcollegegeneralscholarshipfund&a=13666728

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