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The James A. Rhodes State College Foundation

The James A. Rhodes State College Foundation was founded in 1978 as a non-profit corporation to assist in the promotion of the College. Established in recognition of the need to forge public and private partnerships, it adds financial support to the College’s other sources of funding. Through the generous contributions of our supporters and intelligent investment policies, we are working to fulfill the objectives of the Foundation.

Meeting the Needs…Through the strategic planning process at James A. Rhodes State College a series of goals were established to guide the College into the 21st century. One of the challenges recognized was the need to broaden our base of support due to declining state assistance while limiting tuition increases. The James A. Rhodes State College Foundation is our opportunity to gather private resources to supplement the institution’s efforts to achieve our mission in the 21st century.

We operate as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation under the guidance of an independent Board of Trustees to supplement and enhance the financial position of the College. The Board is a group of community-minded citizens who have committed a portion of their resources and talents to James A. Rhodes State College.

James A. Rhodes State College Foundation
2007-2008 Board of Directors

Barry J. von der Embse, Chair
Lyle Gilbert, Vice Chair
Michael D. Boaz
Daneen Bryan
Claude V. Cliborne III
Sue A. Fickel
David Huber
Jane P. Krites
Sharon Markham
Suzanne Moore
Francis O. Oruma, Ph D.
Jan L. Osborn, Ph D.
Greg Phipps
Richard T. Reese
Joyce A. Tracy

As a separate nonprofit organization, we receive, hold, invest, and disburse funds for the purposes of improving instruction, acquiring equipment, and providing financial assistance to students at James A. Rhodes State College. The Foundation supports educational opportunities for all citizens of our region.

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