About Us
Overview
From 1969 until today, the Foundation has been working hard to provide funds to support the students at Santa Fe College. The Foundation approved to award over 640 scholarships valued at approximately $1,525,350 for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Foundation is also provides approximately $150,000 benefitting various different equipment/program enhancement programs from the earnings on endowment funds designated by individual donors. From the beginning, the Foundation has been a part of the development of all six support centers for the College.
Our Mission
Santa Fe College Foundation inspires, cultivates and assists private donors to enrich Santa Fe College students and our community through scholarships, program enhancements, and facilities support. The Foundation's mission supports the college's mission of "adding value to the lives of our students and enriching our community through excellence in teaching and learning, innovative educational programs and student services, and community leadership and service." The Santa Fe College Office for Advancement provides administrative support to the Foundation.
What We Do
Every dollar donated goes directly to benefit Santa Fe College students and our community. The majority of money donated goes to Scholarships (51%), but other amounts go to Facilities (12%) and Program Enhancements (35%).
- Scholarships 51%
- Facilities 12%
- Program Enhancements 35%
Scholarships
Between 1973 and 2022, the Foundation has awarded over 13,450 scholarships valued at over $22,433,300.
Assets
Since it all began in 1969, our assets have grown rapidly. Today, the Foundation has over $100,156 million.
What SF Foundation Has To Offer
Just some of the exciting aspects Santa Fe College's Foundation brings to the Gainesville community:
- Numerous Scholarships Available to Students
- Innovative Facilities
- Events and Performances
- Fine Arts Patrons
Foundation Leadership
Carrie Lee
Foundation President
Rod Smith
Foundation Vice President
Charles W. Clemons
Executive Director
Greg Bradley
Foundation Past President
Board of Directors
Members of the community who volunteer to serve on the Board of Directors.
Patricia Blount
Debbie Boyd
Patrice Boyes
Matthew Braddy
Paul Broadie II
Ralph Cellon
Dean Cheshire
Joseph Davis
Stefan Davis
Luis Diaz
Michael Goldwire
Jim Herring
Alan Hitchcock
LGT. John Le Moyne, USA, Retired
Thomas Mallini
Brandi Noegel
James Salter
Rod Smith
Jo Wiggins
Guy York
Nonprofit Disclosures
The Santa Fe College Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation established in April 1969 under Florida law and is a direct support organization of Santa Fe College, Gainesville, Florida. Donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible within the IRS guidelines. Funds of the Foundation are distributed, per the donor's intention, to benefit the students and advance the College.
Contact SF Foundation
Give Online
The most convenient way to support SF Foundation.
Email Us
foundation@sfcollege.edu
Give by mail
3000 NW 83rd StreetGainesville, FL 32606
Give by phone
352-395-5200
Leave a Legacy: Establish an Endowment.
Endowments create a lasting legacy for donors, loved ones, or private industries, while providing ongoing financial support to Santa Fe College. For more information, please contact us at 352-395-5200 or foundation@sfcollege.edu.
For More Information