Foundation in the Media
Give More Students a Chance to Succeed
More than $150,000 in scholarships went to Citrus College students this year thanks to generous donors. A strong Giving Tuesday can help the Foundation extend that support to even more students throughout the year ahead.
Local Firefighters Receive Citrus Thanks
Local firefighters who responded to the Eaton Fire received a show of appreciation from Citrus College Alumni and Friends, who delivered gift cards, Range at Citrus certificates and college swag during two visits.
Foundation Invests in Career Readiness
More than 200 students visited Hootie's Closet, where career preparation met basic needs through professional attire, headshots, resume support, gift cards and campus resources.
Anniversary Magic Supports Students
Magic, music and generosity filled the Haugh stage as Citrus College celebrated 110 years and raised funds for student scholarships, innovation grants, campus programs and faculty and staff development.
A Courtyard Built on Promise and Giving
Built around a memorial honoring Joyce McClendon Dill, the Legacy and Promise Courtyard will recognize new donors and raise flexible funds that support innovation, events and activities at Citrus College.
Student Success Gets a Foundation Boost
From technology distribution to virtual counseling, Citrus College adapted services for remote learning while the Foundation increased emergency grants and launched PASS to protect students' academic progress.
Foundation Grants Save Student History
Two Foundation grants helped Citrus College digitize and publish more than 1,000 Clarion issues, giving the public searchable access to 50 years of college and community history from a student perspective.
Virtual Reception Honors Bright Futures
Though unable to gather in person, the Citrus College Foundation united students and donors online, awarding more than $115,000 in scholarships to 150 recipients during a music-filled celebration.
PASS Expands Help for Students in Crisis
Recognizing that students need more than technology assistance during the pandemic, the Citrus College Foundation created PASS with an initial $100,000 grant to provide broader financial support and help remove barriers to completion.
CAD/CAM Gift Builds Career-Ready Skills
An industry partner's $125,000 gift equips the college's dental assisting students with state-of-the-art CAD/CAM training and continues his long record of internships, mentorship and program support.