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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

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$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

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$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

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$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

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$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

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Rosemary Okoth
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Shannon Suarez
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Matt Binder

Learn more about Foundation programs, staff, Board of Directors, incredible students, passionate donors, and financials in this year's report.

Board of Directors

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Kelly Snyder - Chair

Snohomish County, Public Works Director

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Alex deGolia - Vice Chair

Al Ki Consultants, President & CEO

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Jackie Hizzey - Treasurer

MainStreet Property Group, Co-President & CFO

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Justin Gillebo

Renewable Energy Development, Director, Supply Chains Operations

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Nate Hill

Smartsheet, New Business Account Executive, SMB

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Rob Karlinsey

City of Kenmore, City Manager

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Stephanie Lizza

Evergreen Health, Director - Community Engagement & Legislative Affairs

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Gary Oertli

South Seattle College, President Emeritus

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Erin Price

Microsoft, Chief of Staff | Exec Office, Global Channel Sales and Channel Chief

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Deby Rourke

John L. Scott Real Estate, Managing Broker

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Samantha St. John

Port of Seattle, East King County Community & Government Relations Manager

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Ross Thomas

Mortgage Origination Manager

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Dr. Eric Murray - Ex Officio Director

Cascadia College, President

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Alex Lee - Director Emeritus

Auxano Advisers, Client Advisor / Partner

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Tom McAndrew - Director Emeritus

Coalfire, CEO

Staff

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Brittany Caldwell

Cascadia College Foundation, Executive Director

bcaldwell@cascadia.edu

425.352.8558

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Mark Collins

Cascadia College Foundation, Director of Operations

mcollins@cascadia.edu

425.352.8260

President’s Advisory Council

 

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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

Cascadia College Foundation
18345 Campus Way NE
Bothell, WA, 98011
425-352-8840
foundation@cascadia.edu
Tax ID: #91-1986593

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