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The Richland Community College Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization (#37-1210583) dedicated to growing the assets of the foundation through gifts, grants, and investment income and providing leadership in the allocation of funds for scholarships, programs, and facilities. Our mission is to support the College by strengthening connections to the community, promoting excellence in teaching, and providing access to student success.
Every gift made to the Foundation directly benefits students at Richland Community College. Whether it’s through scholarships, supporting emergency relief grants, or funding our amazing programs across campus and in the community, you are changing the lives of Richland students every single day.
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With your support, we awarded $1.75M is scholarships to Richland students last academic year.
Derek Anson Winchester Memorial Scholarship
News | February 27, 2025
Teresa Dixon’s son, Derek Winchester, was a hero. In his 13 years as an emergency room nurse, he grew to be widely respected among the healthcare community as one of the most committed and skilled nurses in central Illinois. Ever since he was a kid, Teresa knew Derek was meant to be a healthcare professional….
$3.2 Million Decatur Memorial Foundation Gift to Expand Richland Community College Nursing Programs
News | February 16, 2022
A $3.2 million grant from the Decatur Memorial Foundation will expand Richland Community College’s nursing and clinical programs over the next four years, as both organizations address the unprecedented shortage of nurses and other health professionals in the area. Through the collaboration, Decatur Memorial Hospital and Richland Community College plan to triple the number of…
Community Steps Up for Richland Gives Back Day
News | February 6, 2023
Decatur, IL – On Friday, Feb. 3rd, Richland Community College employees and the community stepped up for local organizations through Richland Gives Back Day – hitting their goal of donating 21 pints to the American Red Cross while collecting more than $750 in donations and more than 500 items for eight local organizations. The college…
Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community. I hope one day I will be able to help students achieve their goals just as you have helped me.
Sarah Baylor
Nursing
2021
