About the Office of Institutional Advancement

The Southwestern Community College Office of Institutional Advancement (OIA) is the college's comprehensive resource for campus fundraising. Encompassing the offices of the SCC Foundation and Grants, the OIA supports Southwestern’s Strategic Plan, faculty, staff and students. The OIA helps establish endowments and assists with the development of new scholarships. Also, the OIA is responsible for the funding of existing scholarships, student support and aiding staff and faculty with grant funding needs. We oversee the development of grant or contract projects, the writing of grant proposals and the administration of awards.
 
You can rely on the Office of Institutional Advancement to provide you with information regarding gifts, bequests and fundraising. In addition, we provide assistance with understanding grant sponsor guidelines, federal and state regulations, reporting requirements and steps involved in the institutional approval process.
 
For detailed information regarding the SCC Foundation and the various funds in support of students, faculty and staff, please follow this link: SCC Foundation
 
For detailed instructions regarding grant and/or contract proposals, please follow this link: Grant and Contract Submission Process, and see FAQs About Grants.
 
Please don’t hesitate to call or e-mail with questions any time or to request a meeting to discuss a project idea or funding need!