About ECC Foundation
ECC Foundation helps identify funds from different scholarships and funders whom students wouldn't be able to find another way to fund their education.
Illinois State Senator, Cristina Castro, ECC Alumni
The work of the ECC Foundation is driven by an independent Board of Directors comprised of community and business leaders who firmly believe that education is the key to unlocking human potential. Their mission is committed to maximizing access to an exceptional education that improves lives and strengthens the community. The Foundation envisions enabling dreams for all individuals by generating resources that foster effective learning experiences. This vision is pursued through strategic collaboration with the college and the community, leveraging the strength and leadership of the Board.
The following guiding principles frame the Board’s direction and actions:
Mission
To maximize access to an exceptional education that will improve lives and strengthen our community.
Vision
We seek to enable dreams for all by generating resources that will provide effective learning experiences. We will maximize our impact through the strength and leadership of our Board and close collaboration with the college and community.
Values
The core principles and beliefs that guide our work are Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, and Accountability.
Federal 990s
The most recent informational returns filed by the ECC Foundation with the Internal Revenue Service:
- 2021 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
- 2020 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
- 2019 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
- 2018 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
- 2017 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
- 2016 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
- 2015 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
- 2014 ECC Foundation 990 - Public Disclosure - PDF
Board of Directors and Emeritus Directors
This includes up to 24 independent, elected Directors; five serve as officers; five ex-officio members laisse between the college and the Foundation. The Foundation may grant emeritus status to former Directors for their distinguished service.
Contact
ECC Foundation
Building E, Room E210
847-214-7377
foundation@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm