In a rapidly changing world, we believe in the power of community colleges – and the people and communities they reach and serve – to be the building blocks of a better future.
As the official nonprofit supporting the largest system of higher education in the nation, we serve as a hub for innovation and impact at scale. Join us in transforming lives and whole communities.
Areas of Impact
FoundationCCC operates over 50 innovative programs and services that benefit students, colleges, and communities across six priority areas of impact.
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Student
SuccessAccelerating student completion and transfer rates in the California Community Colleges.
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Workforce
DevelopmentDeveloping a well-prepared workforce for the California economy.
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Equity
Reducing barriers to opportunity for all students through quality basic needs resources and wraparound support.
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Community
ImpactLeveraging the power of California’s community colleges to connect communities with resources and benefits.
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Climate
ActionShaping a sustainable future for all Californians.
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System
SupportProviding a hub for collaboration and services for efficiency, quality, and reach.
Making a Difference Together
Since 2018, FoundationCCC has been working towards a bold mission to double our impact and find new ways to lift up students, colleges, and communities. With generous support from partners, we’ve been able to expand our programs in meaningful ways.
Together, we can continue to empower individuals and create a ripple effect of positive outcomes that will benefit generations to come.

Latest News
Student Ambassadors Celebrate Eight Years of Community Impact
On June 12, FoundationCCC hosted the California Community Colleges Community Resource Student Ambassador End-of-Year Celebration, an inspiring virtual event honoring the passion, commitment, and achievements of student ambassadors statewide. The event recording is now available.
Impactful Regional Convenings to Support AANHPI Students
This spring, the CCC Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program (AANHPI SAP) made significant strides in supporting California community colleges through a three-part series of impactful regional convenings. Find out more about these gatherings.
Building a Statewide Movement Around Work-Based Learning
Work-based learning has seen growing interest and investment across the system. This webinar series builds on that momentum. Register for the upcoming sessions.









