Ridgewater College Foundation

At the Ridgewater College Foundation, our mission is clear: to expand educational opportunities and enhance academic excellence by providing financial and community support. As we reflect on this mission, we invite you to consider the critical role that foundation scholarships play in shaping the future of our students. For this Give to the Max Day, help us bridge scholarship gaps and empower deserving individuals to pursue their dreams. 

The Opportunity: Expanding Scholarships to Reach All Programs

Last year’s statistics reveal both progress and untapped potential:

1. Impactful Awards: A significant 28% of scholarship applicants received awards. These scholarships aren’t just financial; they’re life-changing. They fuel ambition, ease burdens, and ignite potential.
2. Room for Growth: Only 37% of eligible students applied for scholarships. Imagine the untapped potential waiting to be unlocked! By expanding our outreach, we can bridge this gap and empower more students.
3. Increasing Accessibility: While commendable, only 13% of eligible students received scholarships. Our vision? To ensure every student—regardless of their program—has access to these transformative opportunities.

Why Foundation Scholarships Matter: 

Imagine the difference you can make by helping us extend our reach to programs that currently lack scholarships. Picture a nursing student who can focus on healing, not bills, or a plumbing apprentice who knows someone believes in their journey. Our scholarships touch lives across diverse fields—from liberal arts to technical trades.

How You Can Contribute:

As a valued supporter, you have the unique opportunity to see firsthand the transformative impact of your donations on Ridgewater College students. We invite you today to explore our diverse giving opportunities and consider contributing to help us continue delivering exceptional education to our students.

• Make a General Donation: Your generous contribution for Give to the Max Day will support various programs and services, ensuring our students receive the best possible education and resources.
• Establish a Scholarship: Create a legacy by establishing a scholarship in your name or in honor of a loved one, directly supporting students in their educational journey.
  • Contact us to find out more about establishing a scholarship: foundation@ridgewater.edu
• Legacy Planning: Include Ridgewater College in your will or estate plan, making a long-term commitment to future generations of students. 
  • Contact us to find out more about planned giving opportunities at Ridgewater: foundation@ridgewater.edu  

Thank you for being integral to our college community. Let’s advance education, create pathways, and change lives—one donation at a time.