You make a difference.
Your gift may be the one thing that makes college a possibility. Our students often have individual struggles that could be a roadblock to their education. Through our donors, the Northwood Tech Foundation provides important financial assistance by awarding hundreds of scholarships and acting as the key resource for emergency student grants, nutrition assistance, and other critical support. Donors can also "Create a Blaze" through unrestricted gifts, allowing us to address needs as they arise, which could include emergency programs, essential equipment, staff development, and community outreach.
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What Does the Northwood Tech Foundation Support?
Scholarships
The Northwood Tech Foundation awarded 314 scholarships for a total of $228,996. Students are awarded scholarships based on criteria set by the donors which can include academic achievement, program, financial need, campus, and/or other parameters.
Student Assistance
Many students experience financial stress and, by working with our counselors, they can find the help they need. Thanks to generous donor support, the Northwood Tech Foundation can provide support like emergency grants, gas/grocery cards, nutrition, and scholarships.
Institutional Support
In partnership with the college to assist with continuing ed conferences, academic program development/equipment, tuition assistance, study skills, enrollment incentive, welding competition, etc.)
Student Ambassador Program
The Northwood Tech Foundation Ambassador program honors students who excel in their program, while giving Northwood Tech the opportunity to spotlight the role and importance of technical education to the public. The program is open to any Northwood Tech student who is enrolled full-time in a technical diploma or associate degree program.
The outstanding students chosen for this role:
- Have a positive attitude about the benefits of a technical education
- Are willing to tell others about these benefits
- Demonstrate leadership abilities
- Are succeeding academically
Ambassadors are selected in November of each academic year.
Other Institutional Support
A variety of other donor-supported opportunities are available to students and/or staff, including international education, leadership conferences, community support, capital projects and more.
