Make a meaningful charitable gift while you provide for an enduring tribute to a family member or other loved one. Name a scholarship, sponsor an event, name a building or room on the campus, as just some examples that are lasting tributes.

Donations of goods and services that are considered beneficial to the college are considered in-kind donations. Check with the College to see what needs we have that might meet with the services or products you might donate.

The Saints Foundation Planned Giving Program allows individuals the opportunity to ensure the financial well-being of Shawnee Community College by making gifts that provide a maximum benefit for the College, while decreasing the income tax, estate and gift tax burdens upon their estates and descendants. Philanthropic giving can merge your personal financial needs and tax planning. With the assistance of your financial advisor, The Saints Foundation can assist you in making a difference in the future while you gain the greatest benefits today.

Planned Giving Options:

• Current Will
• Living Trust
• Life Insurance
• Real Estate
• Closely Held Stock
• Charitable Trust

A pledge enables a donor to consider a more significant gift than would have been possible. If you wish, you may make a contribution with payments spread over a period of time. Reminders will be sent when payments are due. To obtain a pledge payment agreement, request a form from the Saints Foundation office.

The Saints Care Fund provides emergency financial assistance (up to $500 per calendar year) to students and employees facing sudden, non-recurring hardships such as accident, illness, injury, fire, or other unexpected crises. It is not intended for ongoing financial struggles.

Applicants must first make reasonable efforts to address the hardship; students must contact the Financial Aid Office before applying. Approved payments are typically made directly to a third party (e.g., utility company, medical provider, SCC Bookstore). Direct reimbursements or gift cards are rare and require strong documentation.

Saints Care Fund Form

Give long-term appreciated assets you have owned for more than one year, such as real estate, stocks, and other securities. You can receive an income tax deduction and may avoid capital gains tax. An easy way to give and only requires a call to (618) 634-3259 to start the process.

Creating a scholarship or contributing to an existing scholarship at SCC will directly and significantly change the lives of students who otherwise might not be able to go to college.  Supporting scholarships is also a meaningful way to honor family, friends, beloved teachers, a special program or any other important influence in your life.  SCC students who receive a scholarship are twice as likely to graduate.

Food insecurity among SCC Students has been identified as one of the most growing concerns among our student population. Many students have to decide between tuition, fees and books over a proper diet.

Bernie's Place is here to help all of SCC's students.