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
Three Years of Statewide Investment in LGBTQ+ Student Success
Over the last three years, the California Community Colleges have grown a robust infrastructure to support LGBTQ+ students statewide. Learn about how expanded resources are strengthening a sense of belonging and creating lasting positive change across California’s community colleges.
Announcing the 2026 Real Estate Education Grant Program Awardee
The South Orange County Community College District / Saddleback College was recently selected as the recipient of the 2026 Real Estate Education Grant, awarded $105,000 to continue serving as the home of the California Community Colleges Real Estate Education Center. For the past decade, Saddleback College has hosted the Center, which serves as a statewide…
Expanding Opportunities for Students in the Field of Law
This year, the California LAW Pathways (Cal LAW) program graduated more than 400 students as Cal LAW Scholars, marking an extraordinary milestone for the program and statewide partners. These graduates are transferring this fall to top universities including UCLA, USC, UC Berkeley, Georgetown University, and others. Several students are also pursuing direct pathways into law…