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Mission and Purpose Statement

The Cleveland State Community College Foundation was established in 1971 as a separate not-for-profit entity to provide financial support to assist with meeting the strategic needs of Cleveland State Community College.

Governed by a Board of Trustees, the Foundation secures private contributions and bequests, and manages monies or properties given to the Foundation for the financial support of the College’s strategic mission.

Board of Trustees Officers

Chair – Jonathan Cantrell

Chair Elect – Bianca Chavez Baker

Secretary – Barbara Eaves

Treasurer – Marshall Stinnett

Board of Trustees

Bianca Chavez Baker- Chrissa Services

Matt Bentley- Bendabout Properties

Hobert Brabson- Retired, CSCC Alumni

Jonathan Cantrell- Caldwell Paving

Dan Cooke- Retired, Cooke’s Food Store / CSC Investments LLC

Barbara Eaves- Retired, Cleveland State Community College

Jim Fairweather- Fairweather Financial

Cindy Freeman – Wright Brothers

Gary Fuller- Retired, Business Owner

Mike Griffin- Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce

Vant Hardaway- Retired, McMinn County Schools

Andrea Henry- Sweetwater Hospital

Vanessa Jaramilla – Crye-Leike

S. K. Johnston- Bendabout Farms

Jeff Jones – Whirlpool

Lynne McClary- Polk County Chamber

Davis Morelock- Insurance Incorporated

Rick Platz- Retired, Small Business Development Center

Rob Preston- McMinn County Chamber

Ricky Sanders – Retired, Abcor

Margaret Schenck- Retired, United Knitting

Alan Smith- Banking Advisor

Mark Smith- Smith Family McDonald’s

Marshall Stinnett- Cleveland Utilities

Buster Stuart- Retired, Ameriprise Financial

Connie Vaughn- McKee

Paul Willson- Retired, Simmons Bank

Sherra Witt- Retired, Cleveland State Community College

Melissa Woody- Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce

Logan Young – First Horizon

Honorary Trustees

Ron Braam

Ron Hammontree

Ann McCoin

Bill Seymour

Scholarships

The Cleveland State Foundation provides more than 200 scholarship opportunities to help students achieve their educational goals. Through a single scholarship application, students can be considered for a wide range of scholarships funded by generous donors who are committed to supporting student success.

Completing the Scholarship Application is quick and easy and it typically takes only 5–10 minutes. Once submitted, students will automatically be matched with scholarship opportunities for which they qualify.

All students are encouraged to apply and take advantage of the many scholarship opportunities available through the Cleveland State Foundation.

If you have questions about scholarship opportunities or are interested in establishing a scholarship to support Cleveland State students, please contact:

Karen Linn
Advancement & Foundation Office
Email: karen.linn@cscctn.edu
Phone: 423-473-2468

 

CSCC Alumni Legacy Scholarship

The CSCC Alumni Legacy Scholarship, established by the Cleveland State Foundation in 2021, recognizes students who are continuing a family tradition of attending Cleveland State Community College.

A $250 scholarship is awarded annually to one student from each high school in Bradley, McMinn, Meigs, Monroe, and Polk counties. Eligible applicants must have a parent, grandparent, sibling, or legal guardian who attended Cleveland State and plan to enroll as a full-time student immediately following high school graduation.

By celebrating the connections that span generations, the Alumni Legacy Scholarship honors the lasting impact of a Cleveland State education and encourages students to continue the legacy.

Please click here to apply for the Alumni Legacy Scholarship.

Mi Sueño Scholarship

The Mi Sueño Scholarship (“My Dream”), established by the Cleveland State Community College Foundation in 2023, supports students who aspire to make a positive impact on the Hispanic community while pursuing their own educational and career goals.

Available to students residing in Bradley, McMinn, Meigs, Monroe, or Polk counties who demonstrate financial need, the scholarship assists those pursuing a degree, certificate, or Workforce Bootcamp program at Cleveland State. By investing in students and their dreams, the Mi Sueño Scholarship helps create opportunities that strengthen families, communities, and the future of our region.

Please click here to apply for the Mi Sueño Scholarship.

Make an Impact at Cleveland State

Your gift supports students, programs, and the College’s greatest needs.

  • Cougar Annual Fund – Support Cleveland State’s highest priorities with an unrestricted gift. Learn More
  • Buy a Brick – Leave a lasting legacy on the Community First Walkway. Honor a loved one, instructor, program, or your Cleveland State experience.
    • $250 per brick
    • Supports the Cougar Annual Fund
    • Fewer than 200 spaces remain
    • To purchase a brick, complete the donation form below and note “brick purchase” in the Comments section. Foundation staff will contact you with engraving guidelines.
  • Attend a Special Event – Events such as the Evening with Speaker Series support student success through the Cougar Annual Fund. Contact Foundation staff for event and sponsorship information.
  • Scholarships – Support existing scholarships or establish a new scholarship fund to help students achieve their educational goals. Contact Foundation staff for more information.

Give Today 

Your gift helps students succeed through scholarships, emergency assistance, academic programs, and athletics. Every gift makes a difference. 
Choose Where to Make an Impact 

  • Annual Fund – Supports the College’s greatest needs. 
  • Athletics – Supports student-athletes and athletic programs. 
  • Emergency Student Assistance – Helps students facing unexpected financial hardships. 
  • General Annual Scholarships – Expands scholarship opportunities for students. 
  • Custom Designation – Use the Comments section to designate a specific scholarship, program, or initiative. 

 

How to Give

Choose the giving option that works best for you.

  • Give Online – Use the donation form below to make a secure gift.
  • Give by Mail – Cleveland State Foundation
    3535 Adkisson Drive
    P.O. Box 3570
    Cleveland, TN 37320
  • Give by Phone – 423-473-2468
  • IRA Gifts – If you are age 70½ or older, you may be able to make a tax-advantaged gift from your IRA. Learn More
  • Planned Giving – Create a lasting impact through a bequest, trust, gift annuity, or real estate gift. Contact Lee McChesney at lee.mcchesney@cscctn.edu.
  • Gifts of Stock – For stock transfer instructions, contact Lee McChesney at lee.mcchesney@cscctn.edu.

Need More Information?

Review the Donor Handbook or contact Foundation staff.

For questions about additional giving options please contact the Foundation Office: foundation@clevelandstatecc.edu or (423) 614-8700.