The Power of Possibility
The 2024–25 academic year was one of progress and impact. Together with partners and advocates across the community, the PCC Foundation removed barriers to higher education and strengthened the supports that help students stay enrolled and reach their goals. Every scholarship, every program, every student success story reflects what’s possible when people believe in education.
In this year’s Giving Report, you’ll see those stories come to life — students finding opportunity and moving forward with confidence because of community support.
Join us as we create a future where every student has the chance to thrive!
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In 2024–25, the PCC Foundation awarded $2.5 million in scholarships.
- 1,630 donors helped PCC students pursue their dreams.
- Over 435 donors made their first gift to the PCC Foundation.
- 82% of supporters gave $1,000 or less, proving that every gift makes a difference.
18 new scholarship funds expanded opportunity for PCC students.
As of June 30, 2025, the PCC Foundation had over 260 individual scholarship funds. We deeply appreciate how these donors help support student success! This year, we celebrate 18 new named scholarship funds:
Asha Scholarship
This scholarship is for students participating in PCC’s Future Connect program. It is funded by Mahesh and Kalpana Merchant.
Baker Sciences Annual Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who are pursuing a degree in biology, chemistry, physics, geology, environmental sciences, or mathematics. It is funded by Tara L. Baker.
Carlo Piacentini Building Construction Scholarship
This scholarship is for students pursuing a certificate or degree in building construction technology and demonstrate financial need. It is funded by Dorothy Piacentini.
James S. Harrison Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is for students pursuing a major in the social sciences and/or humanities. It is funded by Amanda Harrison.
Jennifer & Aaron Monnig Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who are from a community of color, live with a disability, identify as LGBTQ+, or have lived experiences of poverty or lower incomes and find it difficult to meet their basic life needs. It is funded by Jennifer Monnig.
Kave Family Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is for students from underserved or marginalized communities, including but not limited to those who demonstrate financial need, are from communities of color, identify as LGBTQ+, or live with a disability. It is funded by the Kave Family Foundation.
Lester Barker Fire Protection Award
This scholarship is for students pursuing an education in fire protection. It is funded by Dorothy Piacentini.
Lisa Fiorello Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for students pursuing a degree or certificate in art. It is funded by Jacob Thornell.
Luke Reyes White Scholarship
This scholarship is for students pursuing a certificate or degree in welding and demonstrate financial need. It is funded by the Jurrens Family Foundation.
Marilyn and Raymond Johnson Scholarship
This scholarship is for students participating in PCC’s Future Connect program with a preference given to students pursuing a degree or certificate in the Business & Entrepreneurship Pathway. It is funded by Marilyn and Raymond Johnson.
Morgan Family Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who are from a community of color, live with a disability, identify as LGBTQ+, or have lived experiences of poverty or lower incomes and find it difficult to meet their basic life needs. It is funded by Kim Morgan.
PCC OMIC Scholarship
This scholarship is for students in the Pre-Trades for Advanced Manufacturing program or the CNC Operator Readiness program. It is primarily funded by Betsy Johnson with support from various donors.
PCEF CRCI Scholarship
This scholarship is for students detained at Columbia River Correctional Institution and enrolled in the Career Pathway certificate program Apprenticeship and Trades: Pre-Trades. It is funded by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.
PCEF Facilities Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who are accepted and enrolled in the HVAC installer, facilities maintenance technology, or career pathway certificate: pre-trades for pre-apprenticeship programs and identify as one or more of the following: limited-income (individual income is less than $2,510 per month, regardless of household income or size), person with a disability, someone who has faced discrimination in the workplace, or is incarcerated or formerly incarcerated. It is funded by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.
PCEF Fleet Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who are accepted and enrolled in the automotive service technician (AST) or diesel service technician (DST) programs and identify as one or more of the following: limited-income (individual income is less than $2,510 per month, regardless of household income or size), person with a disability, someone who has faced discrimination in the workplace, or is incarcerated or formerly incarcerated. It is funded by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.
PFFBO Annual Scholarship
This scholarship is for students enrolled in a certificate or degree program within the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics pathway, with preference given to a non-traditional student or one who demonstrates financial need. It is funded by People’s Foundation for Better Opportunities.
Rebecca A. Meier Family Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who demonstrate financial need. It is funded by Rebecca A. Meier.
Working Waterfront Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who are majoring in welding technology or diesel service technology, have a 3.0 GPA, and have completed at least one term in the program by the end of winter term. It is funded by Tanya Harnett.