A Strong Foundation

Community support fueling opportunity at Merced College.

A Strong Foundation

Community support fueling opportunity at Merced College.

Thank you for your support!

On behalf of the Merced College Foundation, thank you to everyone who supports our students and our college through donations, sponsorships, partnerships and more. Your generosity plays a vital role in expanding access to education, strengthening programs, and creating opportunities that change lives. Because of our community’s continued support, Merced College is able to respond to student needs, invest in innovation, and build a stronger future for the Central Valley. We are deeply grateful for your belief in our mission and for the many ways you help our students succeed.

Jill Cunningham

Executive Director, Merced College Foundation Vice President of External Relations

2024-2025 Total Scholarship Award

to 998 students

increase in total scholarship awarded compared to 2014-2015

2024-2025 Employee Giving

contributed by over 380 employee givers

increase in contribution compared to 2014-2015

increase number of employee givers compared to 2014-2015

Board of Directors

Stephanie Dietz
Joe Doyland
Emily Haden
Steve Hobbs
Priya Lakireddy
Ernie Ochoa

Mary Robinson

Grey Roberts

Kari Ross-May

Adam Saxon

Vinton Thengvall
Andre Urquidez

Nanette Villegas

Chris Vitelli

Bud Wallace

Chris Winek

Cary Yanagi

Charles Fennessy

(Director Emeritus)

Board of Directors

Stephanie Dietz
Joe Doyland
Emily Haden
Steve Hobbs
Priya Lakireddy
Ernie Ochoa
Mary Robinson
Grey Roberts
Kari Ross-May
Adam Saxon
Vinton Thengvall
Andre Urquidez
Nanette Villegas
Chris Vitelli
Bud Wallace
Chris Winek
Cary Yanagi
Charles Fennessy (Director Emeritus)

Alumni Trident Project

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back this year, consider supporting the Alumni Trident Project at Merced College. This project will bring a bold new campus landmark to life: a 7-foot-tall metal trident sculpture that represents Blue Devil pride, strength, and unity. Designed to stand outdoors for decades, the trident will be built to withstand sun, wind, and rain—serving as a lasting symbol of school spirit and connection for students, alumni, and the entire community. More than just a sculpture, this monument will become a gathering point, a photo backdrop, and a visible reminder of the support and generosity that help our college thrive. Your year-end gift helps create something permanent and powerful—an enduring symbol of pride that future generations of Blue Devils will recognize and celebrate.

Buy an Alumni Trident Plaque

Elevating the Merced College Story

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Merced College Annual Report 2025

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