Ways to Give
Annual gifts touch every corner of the campus and impact the entire student population – both today and in the future. These gifts may be made once a year or as part of monthly or bimonthly pledges and may be unrestricted or directed at identified programs and priorities.
The Difference You Make
Every gift you give opens doors, changes lives, and builds brighter futures for Johnston Community College students. Whether you join one of our distinguished giving circles or choose a unique way to give, your generosity creates opportunities that last a lifetime.
Legacy Circle's
$100,000
Gold ($25,000 - $49,999)
Silver ($10,000 - $24,999)
Partner ($5,000 - $9,999)
Associate ($1,000 -$4,999)
Affiliate ($500 - $999)
Patron ($250 - $499)
Contributor ($100 - $249)
Supporter ($1 - $99)
Endowed Giving
Establishment of a permanent endowment with the College Foundation is a unique privilege of honor to provide perpetual funding for a valued purpose. The endowment funds are invested by the College Foundation to provide continuing income for the stated purpose determined by the donor.
For gifts without specific directions. Funds support scholarships, operations, and other priority needs per the Foundation’s approved budget.
We would be pleased to work with you if you have interest in creating a new Named Endowment Fund. Options include:
Scholarship Funds
Over 75 fully endowed scholarships ($10,000+). Donors can set award criteria within
Foundation guidelines.
Special Purpose Funds
Support non-scholarship priorities such as the arts, technology, Howell Woods, the
Arboretum, student leadership, and faculty development.
Established Endowment Commitment Funds
For future named endowments under the $25,000 minimum (as of July 2024). Funds are
held until the threshold is reached, with terms outlined in a Fund Agreement.
Major & Institutional Giving
Businesses can give through:
Grants & sponsorships
In-kind or property donations
Matching gifts
Employee campaigns
The JCC Foundation staff is happy to come speak to your business or organization regarding appeals.
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Named Annual Scholarship: $500/year for 4+ years.
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Named Endowment Scholarships: $25,000+ for a perpetual fund.
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Special Purpose Endowments: Support programs like arts, technology, or faculty development.
This is a restricted purpose fund created as a result of a permanently designated endowment with another organization or firm for a perpetual allocation of monies to the College Foundation for the fund's specific purpose.
The donor(s) (first party) sets up the fund agreement with a second party (organization/firm) which then manages and invests the assets. As determined by the donor(s), a distribution is made from the investment assets/revenues to the Foundation, as the third party.
The Foundation receives the income for the purpose intended but does not have access to the actual investment asset of Named Third Party Asset Distribution Fund.
Planned & Special Gifts
Flexible ways for donors to create a lasting legacy or honor a loved one.
Donors can name the JCC Foundation as a beneficiary of:
Life insurance policies
Retirement plans
Wills
Donors may choose to designate either 100% or another % of their beneficiary designation to support JCC and they may prefer to designate a specific dollar amount.
Join the Rudolph Ashworth Howell Legacy Society through estate planning:
Bequests: Cash, insurance, retirement assets, or securities
Gift Annuities: Lifetime income + tax benefits
Charitable Remainder Trusts: Income now, support JCC later
Memorial or Tribute Giving provides a meaningful way to honor a loved one, celebrate
a milestone, or recognize an achievement. These gifts create a lasting impact while
keeping the honoree’s name and legacy alive through scholarships, programs, or other
designated initiatives at Johnston Community College.
Memorial Gift – Given in memory of someone who has passed away.
Often directed to a cause or organization that was important to that person.
Can be a one-time gift or part of an ongoing scholarship/endowment in their name.
Tribute Gift – Given in honor of someone who is living.
Could celebrate a milestone (graduation, retirement, birthday).
Could recognize someone’s service or contributions to the community or college.
Types include:
Consumable items: Supplies, equipment, materials
In-kind: Equipment or goods
Asset gifts: Real estate, art, vehicles, etc.
Other Ways to Give
Donors may transfer appreciated stocks directly. Coordinate with your broker or send certificates with a letter of intent.
You may also make a one-time donation to the Foundation at any time.
A donor-advised fund is a flexible and convenient way to support Johnston Community College Foundation. You contribute to your fund, receive an immediate tax benefit, and then recommend gifts to the Foundation at a time that works best for you.
Whether you choose to make a one-time contribution or recurring grants, a DAF allows you to manage your giving while maximizing your impact on our students and programs.
