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G I V I N G G U I D E 2016 www.HartfordBusiness.com November 22, 2016 • Hartford Business Journal 37 FUNDRAISING EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES The Evening of Fine Wines is a signature event that benefits MCC scholarships and programs. On April 28, 2017 the event will celebrate its 25th anniversary with Adam Jeamel and United Bank Foundation Connecticut, Inc. as the presenting sponsor. Proceeds from the event support student success by funding scholarships and academic programs. Individuals or businesses that wish to sponsor the event or give through in-kind gifts or donations can visit www.MCCgiving.org for more in information. More than 500 people attend this event annually, enjoying an array of scrumptious food prepared by MCC's own award-winning culinary students, as well and samples of fine wine, beers and other beverages from regional distributors, while also perusing and bidding on donated auction prizes and enjoying music and dancing. To add an extra level of entertainment, consider attending the Champagne Reception, a distinct aspect of this event with its own specially prepared hors d'oeuvres, auction, entertainment — and of course — Champagne. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES There are many opportunities at MCC for student, alumni and community members to volunteer their time where their experience and skills can provide a valuable contribution to student success. These include mentoring, tutoring and assisting with planning, preparation and execution of various events. CAMPAIGN 2020 INITIATIVES: By 2020, Manchester Community College plans to raise $20 million through Campaign 2020 — the college's first-ever comprehensive capital campaign that will fulfill the essential needs at MCC. Support for Campaign 2020 will impact three key areas: People People are an integral component to academic success. MCC responds to the needs of the student community. Partnerships A gift to MCC has impact beyond the college campus. For example, MCC: • Has partnerships with the town of Manchester and local businesses • Fosters innovation and small business development through the Viscogliosi Entrepreneurship Center • Provides artistic visual, musical and written word events at MCC on Main, downtown Manchester • Provides public forums to the community • Leverages connections with local employers in key markets to maximize opportunities for students Programs: As industries and workplaces advance to respond to changing technologies, so must the college be prepared to train students with the most relevant tools. Your contributions will support: • Facility upgrades • Installation of current, industry-specific equipment and software programs • Support of relevant curricula designed to prepare students for Connecticut's job market To learn more about Campaign 2020, visit MCCgiving.org Naming opportunities are available! ABOUT US Year established: 1968 Annual revenue: $2,322,000 (most recent fiscal year) Total Advancement Staff: 7 GEOGRAPHIC SERVICE AREA(S) 48 percent of the for-credit students come from the primary service area of Andover, Bolton, Columbia, Coventry, East Hartford, Glastonbury, Hebron, Manchester, Mansfield/ Storrs, Marlborough, South Windsor, Tolland, Union, Vernon/Rockville and Willington. TOP FUNDING SOURCES Special Events, Net: 14% Student Scholarships, Program Grants: 11% MCC on Main/Viscogliosi Entrepreneurial Center: 3% Campaign 2020: 68% Annual Fund: 2% Hartford Foundation for Public Giving: 2% Vice President Gene S. Mazur Human Resources Consultant Treasurer Rosemarie N. Papa Community Volunteer Secretary Elizabeth W. Benavidas Community Volunteer Charlie Agreda Evolution Aero Douglas K. Anderson Savings Bank of Manchester (retired) Joseph H. Bednarz AAA Allied Group, Inc. Leslie Ann Brown Manchester Community College (retired) Tina Carnelli '99 Morris Group Stephen Cassano '68 Coalition for Justice in Education Funding Nanette Char Char Consulting Peter H. Grose Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. Billy Grant Grants Restaurant Group Kimberly Harrison Hartford HealthCare Martin Hart Manchester Community College Peter Klock Mills Building Association LLC/Partner, Square 225 LLC Craig S. Lappen 21st Century Financial Advisors Yvonne M. Martin Otis Elevator Co. Richard Meduski Savings Bank of Manchester Eric Newell United Bank Linda Samoncik The Phoenix Companies, Inc. JoAnn Thulin Westside Care Center (retired) Richard J. Trachimowicz United Bank (retired) Hans Weiss Weiss Gallery Emeritus William J. McGurk Rockville Bank (retired) President, Manchester Community College Gena Glickman, Ph.D. President, Manchester Community College Foundation Michael B. Lynch Jr. Manchester Community College Foundation, Inc. Great Path, MS #6, Manchester, CT 06040 | 860-512-2903 www.manchestercc.edu/foundation OUR MISSION: Manchester Community College Foundation advances the academic, economic, and personal growth of diverse populations by securing funding to assist the college in achieving its mission and goals through support of programs, scholarships and equipment. BOARD OF DIRECTORS SAVE the DATE APRIL 28,2017 APRIL 28,2017 MANCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE MANCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE