NMC Foundation

The Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) Foundation was founded in 1981 as a 501 (c)(3) non profit corporation. Donors-individuals, businesses and foundations-make contributions to the NMC Foundation in support of:

• Excellence — Financial support ensures the variety and quality of educational and cultural programs and services for all learners.
• Scholarships — Scholarships are made available to learners of all ages and circumstances based upon financial need and in recognition of academic excellence.
• Capital Projects — These contributions help NMC to build or renovate facilities, purchase instructional equipment and enhance College grounds.
• Faculty/Staff Enrichment — Financial support enhances professional development activities for faculty and staff to help them become ever more effective educators and leaders.

The Foundation's mission is to assist Northwestern Michigan College to realize its mission and vision by:

• Securing new resources;
• Maximizing return on existing resources;
• Acting as ambassadors to the community;
• Complementing and resourcing the work of the College's Trustees in shaping NMC's future.
• Board Members — Meet our 40 member board
• Financials — During the past decade, the NMC Foundation has received gifts and earnings of $20.5 million to support NMC programs, scholarships and capital projects.
• Staff — Meet the Foundation staff

Why Give?

NMC is an asset for our region that generates a powerful return on investment. NMC changes lives, builds community, and strengthens our economy. Your gift to NMC through the NMC Foundation will:

• Provide enhancements to programs and new course development;
• Open doors for students through scholarships;
• Equip a state-of-the-art learning environment for students;
• Provide professional development opportunities for faculty and staff;
• Bring visual and performing arts and culture from around the world to Northwest Michigan.