About ACC: ACC Foundation: Methods of Giving

A FITTING TRIBUTE
Gifts can be given to the ACC Foundation in memory or honor of a special occasion or a beloved family member or friend.

ACC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
You can make a college education more affordable for both traditional and non-traditional students (those who have been out of high school at least five years) by donating to the ACC Foundation Scholarship Fund. Many scholarships are awarded each year from the generous donations of individuals, service clubs, corporations, and foundations. Donations of any amount are welcome.

ALUMNI WALK
"As you make your mark on the world, leave your mark at ACC" is the slogan for the Alumni Walk at the Library entrance to the Center building.  Alumni can purchase a brick for $50 with their name and graduation date or other information.  Bricks will be placed annually.  Bricks can be purchased as gifts or memorials.

MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM
If your employer is one of hundreds of companies across the nation offering a matching gift program, you can double or triple your gift to the ACC Foundation.

NAMED ENDOWMENT FUND
An endowment fund is a great opportunity for you to make a long-lasting and far-reaching gift to the College. With a contribution of at least $10,000, which can be paid over the course of five years, an endowment fund can be established with its purpose and name determined by you. The ACC Foundation invests your donation, and a percentage of the interest earned is used for the purpose of the fund. An endowment fund insures that the intention of your gift will remain forever.

NON-CASH GIFTS
Valued and helpful gifts to the College are not always in the form of cash.  They can be items such as cars, computer equipment, cameras or even plants and flowers to enhance the surroundings.

PATHWAYS TO INNOVATION ENDOWMENT FUND
We believe it’s important to offer our students the latest in programs, courses, and technology. The Pathways to Innovation Endowment Fund helps us achieve this goal by providing the resources for current course improvements, research for new course offerings, and increased faculty development. Donations are invested, and a percentage of this fund provides a growing level of support each year.

PLANNED GIFTS
You can make a future financial commitment to ACC by including the ACC Foundation in your estate plans. See your financial advisor or contact the ACC Foundation for details.

PROGRAM SUPPORT FUNDS
These funds give you an opportunity to support a specific degree or certificate program at ACC. Your donation may be used to purchase needed equipment and supplies or provide additional instructional enhancement support for any program.

SCRAMBLE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS
The annual Scramble for Scholarships gives golf enthusiasts and others a fun way to show their support for ACC. Money raised from entry fees and hole sponsorships goes toward the ACC Foundation Scholarship Fund.

Giving Societies

Giving Society members will be recognized on the donor wall located across from the library in the Center building.

ANNA AND JESSE BESSER LEGACY SOCIETY
With a planned gift to the ACC Foundation, you will become a member of the Anna & Jesse Besser Legacy Society. This society is named for Anna and Jesse Besser, the first and perhaps most influential benefactors of Alpena Community College. This special group of friends and graduates of the College have chosen to make a future gift to the ACC Foundation through their estate plans. As part of the Anna & Jesse Besser Legacy Society, you will receive named recognition in our pulbications, invitations to select Alpena Community College and Foundation events, and a special estate planning newsletter.

THE ADVANCEMENT ALLIANCE
Your gift as a member of The Advancement Alliance insures the consistent growth of the ACC Foundation Scholarship Fund. You can become an Advancement Alliance member by making an annual commitment for five years of at least $100 (Pacesetter), $250 (Leader), or $500 (Visionary).

THE PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE
The President’s Circle is similar to The Advancement Alliance in that each member pledges to contribute financially for a five-year period. Money raised, however, is applied to the Pathways to Innovation Endowment Fund, which helps us continue the high level of quality and excellence of education our students have come to expect at ACC. You can become a member of The President’s Circle by making an annual commitment for five years of at least $100 (Patron), $250 (Friend), or $500 (Founder).