Moves Magazine - Louisiana Community and Technical College ...

2011 legislative session were impressive, with thesuccessful passage of all legislation championed bythe LCTCS.• A $25,000 grant was awarded to Louisiana DeltaCommunity College to provide a salary matchto hire staff for the college foundation in order toincrease private fundraising capacity.• The Foundation solicits and manages funds forLCTCS colleges that do not have foundations.Over $1.5 million was received to support collegeprograms, establish new endowments, providestudent scholarships, and fund new facilityconstruction in 2010-2011.The past five years have been a dynamic time of growthfor both the LCTCS and the LCTCS Foundation. TheFoundation’s Board of Directors and staff wish to thank the many donors who have supported these importantinitiatives. Together, we are changing Louisiana by creating vibrant and growing two-year colleges. Theprivate investment of corporations and individuals is beginning to change the face of LCTCS colleges andlifting them to a new level of excellence. The workforce of tomorrow begins with today’s community andtechnical colleges. Let’s keep building together!Thank you!Leah GossVice President for System Advancement, Louisiana Community & Technical College SystemExecutive Director for the Foundation for Louisiana’s Community & Technical CollegesMoves Magazine | 29