Houston Community College Foundation

At the Houston Community College Foundation, we are committed to empowering student success through philanthropic support, aligned with key HCC institutional initiatives. Established in 1976, we have been exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and classified as a Section 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) publicly supported charity.

Our Vision

Our vision is to serve as a philanthropic force supporting high-quality educational experiences for HCC students of all backgrounds, helping them improve the trajectory of their lives. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background or financial situation.

Our Programs

We support HCC's mission by providing financial assistance in three main areas:

• Student Scholarships and Endowments: The HCC Foundation has awarded thousands of scholarships to deserving HCC students. Our fundraising efforts are rapidly expanding, and we expect to award many more scholarships to Houston-area students in the coming years. Our long-term goal is to build a scholarship endowment sufficient to award a scholarship to all HCC credit-hour students who qualify for assistance as they begin their college career.

Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every student has access to the resources they need to succeed. Whether through scholarships, endowments, or other forms of support, we are committed to helping HCC students achieve their academic goals.

About Our Foundation

The Houston Community College Foundation supports HCC in its efforts to attract and educate Houston-area students with the desire and the dedication to learn - including many non-traditional students and those facing barriers to higher education. We believe that education is the key to unlocking the potential of individuals and communities, and we are committed to helping HCC students succeed.