Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good. It is a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life. To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support, we declare that all donors have these rights: To be informed of the organization's mission, of the way the organization intends to use donated resources, and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purposes. To be informed of the identity of those serving on the organization's governing board, and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities. To have access to the organization's most recent financial statements. To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given. To receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition. To be assured that information about their donations is handled with respect and with confidentiality to the extent provided by law. To expect that all relationships with individuals representing organizations of interest to the donor will be professional in nature. To be informed whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization or hired solicitors. To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted from mailing lists that an organization may intend to share. To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers. The text of this statement in its entirety was developed by the American Association of Fund-Raising Counsel (AAFRC), Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), and adopted in November 1993.

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Mailing Address:
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Post Office Box 9884
Montgomery, AL 36108

Contact:

Dr. Charles N Smith
Foundation Liaison of Board

Phone: (334)420-4453
Email: Foundation@trenholmstate.edu

The Trenholm State Foundation, Inc. empowers students and strengthens the community through philanthropy. As the nonprofit philanthropic arm of H. Councill Trenholm State Community College, the Foundation transforms private support into scholarships, academic programs, and strategic initiatives that expand access to education, enhance student success, and strengthen workforce pathways. All gifts to the Foundation are tax-deductible.

The mission of the Trenholm State Foundation is to advance and support the educational vision of Trenholm State Community College by securing, stewarding, and managing philanthropic resources. We are dedicated to expanding access to higher education, fostering student achievement, and strengthening academic excellence through scholarships, programmatic support, and strategic initiatives that positively impact our students, faculty, and the broader community.

SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION

Every contribution to the Trenholm State Foundation directly benefits students, faculty, and the broader college community. The Foundation plays a vital role in supporting Trenholm State’s commitment to providing high-quality education and workforce training. A Trenholm State education transforms lives -empowering students, fostering meaningful partnerships with employers, and enhancing learning through internships and real-world experiences

Support the mission of the Trenholm State Foundation by investing in student success and institutional excellence. Ways to give include one-time or recurring online donations, corporate sponsorships, planned giving, in-kind contributions, and support for scholarships, programs, or special initiatives. Every gift, of any size, helps expand opportunity, strengthen our community, and ignite futures at Trenholm State.

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Ways to Give

Signature events hosted by the Trenholm State Foundation bring together alumni, partners, and community leaders to celebrate student success and advance the College’s mission. From milestone celebrations to annual galas and special fundraising initiatives, these events generate critical support for scholarships, programs, and transformative opportunities at Trenholm State.

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Signature Events

Scholarships and grants through the Trenholm State Foundation provide vital financial support that empowers students to pursue their educational and career goals. By easing the burden of tuition and related expenses, these funds open doors to opportunity, promote academic excellence, and help transform potential into purpose at Trenholm State.

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Scholarships and Grants

Alumni are lifelong ambassadors of the Trenholm State Foundation, staying connected through mentorship, giving, and engagement opportunities that uplift future generations. Through their continued involvement, graduates of Trenholm State Community College help strengthen scholarships, expand programs, and preserve a legacy of excellence for years to come

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*You can also text TSCC1966 to 345345 to donate.

Meet the Board

The foundation is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors, the Foundation partners with alumni, donors, and community leaders to create meaningful, lasting impact. Through responsible stewardship and targeted fundraising, donor contributions support students, faculty excellence, and institutional priorities—ensuring Trenholm State remains a vital driver of opportunity, workforce readiness, and economic growth.

Dr. Charles N. Smith
Foundation@trenholmstate.edu
(334)420-4453

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About TSCC

The Trenholm State Foundation, Inc. (the Foundation) is the nonprofit philanthropic entity of H. Councill Trenholm State Community College. Contributions to the Foundation are tax-deductible.

Established in November 2002, the Foundation’s mission is to support the academic vision and priorities of Trenholm State Community College.

The Foundation works to fulfill its mission by raising funding from individuals and entities to not only award scholarships for students, but to also provide support to programs and projects at the College.

OUR Mission

The Trenholm State Foundation, Inc. enhances the academic vision and priorities of H. Councill Trenholm State Community College through its organized fundraising activities and funds management.

The Foundation’s Board of Directors is vested with the responsibility of the management of all of the property and business of the Foundation. The Board consists of 18 members. The College President and Executive Director of the Foundation serve on the Foundation in an ex-officio and non-voting capacity. The Board elects a chair, vice-chair, secretary and treasurer.

The Trenholm State Foundation achieves its mission by:

Fostering relationships with alumni and friends of Trenholm State by advocating charitable giving to the college
Strengthening relationships with donors to Trenholm State
Investing and disbursing funds to meet the current and future needs of Trenholm State.

A gift to the Trenholm State Foundation will benefit students, faculty, and the entire collegiate community. The Trenholm State Foundation supports the College’s objectives to provide education and training that benefit not only the student body but the community that employs our highly trained graduates. In fact, a two-year education at Trenholm State is an asset and partnership with the business community that employs our graduates and provides internships during their education.

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Investing In Our Future

The Trenholm State Fund is an investment you can make through cash contributions, stocks and bonds, real estate, planned gifts, named scholarships and endowments. There are many ways to support our foundation. All are simple, easy and worthwhile. Become an investment partner with us today.

DONATIONS

All donations are used to support our scholarship funds, including the memorial funds, alumni scholarships, departmental scholarships and the newly created President’s scholarship.

STOCKS AND BONDS

Gifts of appreciated securities can give the donor attractive tax benefits while helping Trenholm State. We will be happy to arrange a transfer.

CORPORATE MATCHING GIFTS

Many corporations participate in matching the gifts of their employees. Some even double or triple each dollar contributed. Your company’s human resource department can provide details and the matching gift form to include with your gift check.

NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS

We can establish a scholarship in your name with a minimum annual contribution of $5,000.

ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

We call this scholarship, “The (named) Endowment of Educational Excellence,” an excellent way to honor or memorialize a friend, family member, or business. The endowment level is $25,000.

REAL ESTATE

Properties such as homes including personal and vacation homes, commercial property and family owned property can be suitable to our needs and provide tax benefits to the donor.

Trenholm State Foundation Board Members

Board Chair

Mrs. LaQuan Ellis
Department of Defense – Cyber Specialist

Board Vice Chair

Ms. Cynthia Milledge
Community and Family Engagement Specialist, Selma City Schools

Board Secretary

Vacant

Board Treasurer

Ms. Michelle Rotton
Vice President, Service 1st Bank

Non-Voting Members

Dr. Kemba Chambers
Trenholm State Community College

Shearese Grant
Trenholm State Community College

Dr. Charles Smith
Trenholm State Community College

Emitrus Members

Mr. Douglas Jones

Mr. Ray Petty
Service 1st Bank

Mr. Keith Karst
Alabama Power

Mr. Benny Seawright

Mr. Percy Thomas
Thomas Construction Mansory

Mr. Robert Gilplin

Members

Mr. Judkins Blount
General Manager – Vintage Hospitality

Mr. Vergil Chames
Chief, Strategy and Business Development – Propelled Technologies

Mrs. LaToya S. Clark, M.D.
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jackson Hospital

Mrs. Donna Cooper
Market President, Smart Bank, Montgomery

Judge Samarria M. Dunson
District Judge 15th Judicial Circuit

Mr. Trent H. Edwards (retired Air Force Brigadier General)
Vice President of Military Affairs with Cyclyx International

Mr. Jeffery Hicks
Vice President, Ancillary/Outpatient Service Development, Baptist Medical Center

Mr. Quincy Minor
President, Information Transport Solutions, Inc

Mr. Quentin Riggins
Senior Vice President of Community Affairs, Southern Division, Alabama Power

Mrs. Leslie Stone
Owner, Lone Willow Enterprises

Mr. Andre K. Thomas
District Director for U.S. Congressman Shomari Figures

DONOR RELATIONS

The Trenholm State Foundation is extremely grateful for the generosity of its benefactors – alumni, employees, students and friends of H. Councill Trenholm State Community College whose philanthropy supports the mission of the College.

DONOR BILL OF RIGHTS

Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good. It is a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life. To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support, we declare that all donors have these rights:

To be informed of the organization’s mission, of the way the organization intends to use donated resources, and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purposes.
To be informed of the identity of those serving on the organization’s governing board, and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities.
To have access to the organization’s most recent financial statements.
To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.
To receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition.
To be assured that information about their donations is handled with respect and with confidentiality to the extent provided by law.
To expect that all relationships with individuals representing organizations of interest to the donor will be professional in nature.
To be informed whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization or hired solicitors.
To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted from mailing lists that an organization may intend to share.
To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.

The text of this statement in its entirety was developed by the American Association of Fund-Raising Counsel (AAFRC), Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), and adopted in November 1993.

PRIVACY STATEMENT

All information collected will be used for financial purposes only and not redistributed. Contact information is collected to verify authenticity of credit card information and for correct designation of payment to the donor’s giving record.

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