Valencia College Foundation

The Foundation supports the activities of Valencia College by making direct contributions to the College. The Foundation's guiding principles include the following: (1) to steward the resources entrusted to our care (2) to make enhancements of student learning the center of our work (3) to provide opportunities to individuals who might not otherwise be able to attend College (4) to invest wisely and conservatively (5) to partner with the College to meet its mission in the community (6) to communicate openly, frequently and honestly with our constituents (7) to honor the privacy of our donors and friends (8) to ensure we meet both the letter and the spirit of the laws that govern our work.

The Foundation awarded 3.72 million in scholarships to Valencia students and alumni for fiscal year 2024. Scholarship funding highlights include 505,138 in scholarships to assist students in the continuing education programs, heart of united way 412,125, and 462,959 for first generation in College students.

During the year, the Foundation disbursed 6.31 million in support of student scholarships, teaching chairs and various College programs and initiatives. Program funding highlights include 1,152,573 for helios, 750,000 for the school of nursing, and 211,507 for the horizon scholars program.