Cascadia College Foundation
Cascadia College Foundation
Our Mission
The Foundation’s mission is to support the college's efforts to enhance student success and strengthen our communities.
The Cascadia College Foundation provides essential financial assistance to students in need through scholarships and grants, while also supporting important college programs.
With your help, we can continue to transform lives and create opportunities for our students by increasing access to unique pathways to successful learning!
Learn more about supporting our students today.
Annual Report
Total Impact
$405,354
302 Students
Our 2022-23 Annual Report has arrived!
Thanks to the tremendous support of our community, the Foundation provided $405,354 in support for campus programs and direct financial assistance to our students.
Scholarships & Bookstore Vouchers
$229,699
The Foundation awards scholarships each spring and fall that support a variety of student groups and career interests; funded by individuals, community organizations, grants, and endowments.
Bookstore vouchers are awarded to students in Running Start who qualify for the free and reduced lunch program at their high school.
Cascadia College Program Support
$89,723
The Foundation raises funds to support Cascadia’s growing programs including: Cascadia College Redmond, Innovation Hall (STEM4), Students of Color Conferences, and International Programs.
Support is also provided for Cascadia’s Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Service Awards for faculty and Distinguished Service Awards for staff.
Emergency Support Grants
$76,817
Thanks to funding from the United Way of King County, the Foundation works with Cascadia’s advising and financial aid offices to award grants to students at risk of stopping or dropping out due to a financial crisis. Funds can be used for food, housing, utilities, and other fundamental necessities.
Bus/Parking Passes, GED Testing
$9,115
The Foundation supports students in Cascadia’s College & Career Foundations (CCF) program by funding bus & parking passes and GED® testing. CCF is designed to help students improve their English and math skills so that they can move forward on pathways to high school diplomas, GED®, college coursework, and/or employment.
Student Spotlights
Learn more about Foundation programs, staff, Board of Directors, incredible students, passionate donors, and financials in this year's report.
Board of Directors
Kelly Snyder - Chair
Snohomish County, Public Works Director
Alex deGolia - Vice Chair
Al Ki Consultants, President & CEO
Jackie Hizzey - Treasurer
MainStreet Property Group, Co-President & CFO
Justin Gillebo
Renewable Energy Development, Director, Supply Chains Operations
Nate Hill
Smartsheet, New Business Account Executive, SMB
Rob Karlinsey
City of Kenmore, City Manager
Stephanie Lizza
Evergreen Health, Director - Community Engagement & Legislative Affairs
Gary Oertli
South Seattle College, President Emeritus
Erin Price
Microsoft, Chief of Staff | Exec Office, Global Channel Sales and Channel Chief
Deby Rourke
John L. Scott Real Estate, Managing Broker
Samantha St. John
Port of Seattle, East King County Community & Government Relations Manager
Ross Thomas
Mortgage Origination Manager
Dr. Eric Murray - Ex Officio Director
Cascadia College, President
Alex Lee - Director Emeritus
Auxano Advisers, Client Advisor / Partner
Tom McAndrew - Director Emeritus
Coalfire, CEO
Staff
Brittany Caldwell
Cascadia College Foundation, Executive Director
425.352.8558
President’s Advisory Council
The President's Advisory Council is a group of business, education, and community
leaders who meet three times per year with Cascadia College President, Dr. Eric Murray
to have impactful conversations around workforce development, community needs, and
collaborative opportunities.
These leaders believe in Cascadia’s mission to deliver accessible, equitable, and
superior educational experiences to inspire every person to achieve their educational
and career goals. They also believe in working together to meet the diverse needs
of our community.
2023-24 Council Members
- Alice Darnton — Regional Manager, King County Library System
- Angela Birney — Mayor, City of Redmond
- Carol Lee — Woodinville Rotary
- Christopher Cazares — Northshore Rotary
- Emily Fisher — Northshore Schools Foundation
- Jamyang Dorjee — Public Affairs, Community Transit
- John Marchione — Executive Director, Washington State Public Stadium Authority
- Dr. Jon Holmen — Superintendent, Lake Washington School District
- Kelly Marquardt — District Director, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene
- Kim Sarnecki — CEO, Together Center
- Kimberly Ellertson — Executive Director, Woodinville Chamber
- Kristina Hudson — CEO, OneRedmond
- Kyle Stannert — City Manager, City of Bothell
- Mason Thompson — Mayor, City of Bothell
- Melissa Riley — Assistant Superintendent, Northshore School District
- Mike Rue — Owner, Evergreen Wealth Managers
- Nigel Herbig — Mayor, City of Kenmore
- Pete Anderson — Kirkland Rotary
- Sandra Lee — Executive Director, Bothell Kenmore Chamber
- Stephanie Lizza — Community Engagement & Legislative Affairs, EvergreenHealth
- Dr. Susan Leach — Superintendent, Riverview School District
- Wendy Poischbeg — Vice President of Economic Development, Economic Alliance Snohomish County
Contact Us
18345 Campus Way NE
Bothell, WA, 98011 425-352-8840
foundation@cascadia.edu
Tax ID: #91-1986593
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