Foundation: Funding Our Future Campaign
Updates and information on the LBCC Foundation’s Funding Our Future campaign to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the College in 2027.
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LBCC Alum Builds a Legacy Through Transformational Gift
Long Beach City College Foundation recently received a generous gift from a very enthusiastic and dedicated alum. Dr. Ardel Guillamas Avelino committed to a $25,000 lead gift towards the $1M Alumni Campaign.
Daughter Honors Former LBCC Nursing Student
Janet R. Wright, RN, put herself through nursing school at Long Beach City College at the age of 55. She did this all while working full-time as a customer service representative. Once Janet became an RN, she worked 12-hour shifts on the medical-surgical floor at Long Beach Memorial until she retired at the age of 76. During her lifetime, Janet donated generously to service charities, understanding what it was like to be on your own with minimal support.
Paving the Pathway with Anonymous Gift
The California Jobs Challenge (CAJC) program at Long Beach City College (LBCC) just got an anonymous $100,000 commitment to support students who graduate from the program. So, what is the CAJC?
Long Beach Locals fund new Endowed Scholarship
Thank you Hugh and Jill Vanderlinden!
Being both educators and residents of Long Beach, Hugh and Jill Vanderlinden saw the opportunity to fund an endowed scholarship as an easy decision. “We wanted to leave a legacy in our community,” the couple explained, “and although we work in education outside of our Long Beach community, we wanted to support education here where we live.”
LBCC Foundation Offers Complimentary Estate Planning Session
Thank you to all who joined us on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 for this informative event.
Ninety people attended LBCC Foundation’s first-ever estate-planning seminar held on Tuesday, January 31st in the new conference room overlooking the soccer fields, beach volleyball courts, and the pool. The 75-minute presentation was spear-headed by Kimberly Jetton MNM, CFRE a well-known expert in the field of estate planning, along with financial advisor John Fleischman, and estate attorneys Linette Jimenez and Edward R. Cainglit Esq.
Gratitude for 2022
Our donors make the difference!
As we make our way into 2023, The LBCC Foundation would like to extend a joyful thank you to all our 2022 donors. $300,000 came in for student support just in the month of December. “The Long Beach community is extremely generous,” says LBCC Foundation CEO Paul Kaminski, “they understand the need for student support and are making the Funding Our Future campaign a real success.”
LBCC Foundation Launches Gift Legacy Website
Make a lasting impact with estate planning and legacy giving
To all our donors, supporters, and friends, the Long Beach City College Foundation would like to announce the launching of our Gift Legacy Website https://lbccflegacy.org/ The website is for you the donor to learn about estate planning and other forms of giving.
Are you looking for tax savings through charitable giving? This website can help you with that. Of course, always consult with your tax advisor. Are you looking for articles and suggestions on how to give? The Gift Legacy Website is a great place to start.
Paul and Margery Craven Leave Historic Gift for LBCC Programs
English, Journalism, and Music Departments bequeathed major gifts
The Long Beach City College Foundation has received a bequest from the estate of Paul and Margery Craven. The departments of English, Journalism, and Music will all receive over $70,000 each from this generous gift. “These departments will be thrilled to hear this news,” smiles Letty Totah LBCC Foundation Assistant.
An incredible day of giving and celebrations!
September 22, 2022 will be a day to remember.
Board of Governors meeting in the morning, Long Beach Gives during the day, and the Hall of Fame in the evening. The trifecta, the LBCC All Day, and a day where the Long Beach City College community really shined.
Bob and Barbara Ellis Auditorium
Barbara Ellis has had quite an impact in the Long Beach community for many years. From her teaching days at Hughes Junior High School and Lakewood High School to her extensive volunteerism, Board involvement, and student advocacy, Barbara gives of herself and her resources. She embodies the phrase, “time, talent, and treasure.”
Welcome to a New Fiscal Year!
Following two of the most successful years in the history of the Long Beach City College (LBCC) Foundation, strategic plans, fundraising endeavors, and a staff celebration are all in the works.
In Memorium: Janis Krantz and Terry Mulholand
The Long Beach City College Foundation would like to acknowledge the passing of two bigger than life personalities, Janis Krantz and Terry Mulholland. Both Janis and Terry were long-time supporters of Long Beach City College and were well known in the community.
In Memorium: Barry McDaniel
A loved LBCC community supporter and Board member
Barry Rea McDaniel, a former LBCC Foundation Board of Governors President, passed away on Saturday, January 8th, 2022, just four days from his 73rd birthday. He died of complications related to Alzheimer’s at Silverado Memory Care Community in Brea, California.
Bernie and Barbara Gleason Endowment
A lasting gift that will support LBCC students
The legacy of Bernie and Barbara Gleason will never be forgotten at LBCC. Their recent estate gift establishes an endowed scholarship that will support students for many years to come.
Endowment to Honor Long Beach Legend C. David Molina, MD
When asked about establishing an educational endowment in honor of their father C. David Molina MD, the Molina family offered this statement, “The five Molina siblings, who all attended Long Beach City College, grew up with a strong sense of the value of education and have endeavored to support education through a variety of avenues. Education opens minds to many ways of thinking. Our goal is to support others so that they can achieve their educational goals and dreams.”
Updates on Your Foundation Team
Best wishes and warm welcomes are in order!
The Long Beach City College Foundation would like to wish Matt Guardabascio well as he makes a transition in his career. “Matt is an extremely talented guy, and we will miss him,” says Dr. John Fylpaa, Executive Board member.
Pam Fellman
An Estate Gift Brings Back Memories!
Graduating from Millikan High School in 1965, Pamela Fellman headed to Long Beach City College, and ultimately earned her Bachelor’s degree. She then went on to a long career at LBCC, working in the Financial Aid Office and finishing in Fiscal Affairs. “She was working in those areas, when there wasn’t automation and programs,” recalls long-time faculty member Dr. John Fylpaa. “It was a very different landscape. She was patient and everyone just loved her.”
Gina Mascaro
Director of Athletics Fundraising and Development
The Long Beach City College Foundation welcomed Gina Mascaro as the Director of Athletic Fundraising and Development. Gina brings over 18 years of philanthropic experience including time with Athletes in Action, The Long Beach Rescue Mission, and most recently St. Anthony High School. Gina also received a full Division 1 athletic scholarship to play softball at the University of Pittsburgh and coached Division 1 softball at Marshall University while earning her Master’s Degree in Business communications. “Athletics has played a pivotal role in my life,” said Mascaro.
Quiet Couple Leaves a Lot
Phil and Sylvia Frick
The Long Beach City College Foundation just received an estate gift from Phil and Sylvia Frick. “I was sitting at my desk a few months ago,” recalls Paul Kaminski, Executive Director of the LBCC Foundation, “and I got a call from an area code I haven’t seen in a while. It was actually Michigan, where I was born. On the other end an attorney informed me that an estate gift from Phil and Sylvia Frick would be arriving in a few months.”