College of the Desert Foundation couldn't have asked for better role models or benefactors. Both Wayne and Maureen Johnson started their higher education in the California Community College system before going on to complete their degrees at four-year universities.

College of the Desert Foundation and the Office of Financial Aid are hosting a Scholarship Reception, February 11, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Cravens Student Services Center. 

Thank you  Mary Silver for hosting her “Come and get acquainted with the Jewel of the Desert – College of the Desert” event this past January 17, 2013.

The 2012 Chili cook-off raised more than $60,000 for scholarships and student support services through COD Foundation.

This year's President's Circle and Business council Recognition was a beautiful evening hosted by Jim Carona and Chip Tom at Heather James Fine Art. The event was catered by Lulu’s California Bistro with music provided by the College of the Desert Jazz Septet. Members enjoyed amazing art as well as meeting COD's new President Dr. Joel L. Kinnamon. 

College of the Desert Foundation is proud to have a community partner in the Rotary Club of Coachella East. The club's community service focus is helping improve literacy and education advancement in the eastern Coachella Valley.

If a single person can change the world, imagine how six College of the Desert (COD) students made a lasting impression on Charles “Chuck” Yates. 

Edison International awarded COD Foundation a $25,000 grant in support of general scholarships for low-income, first-generation college students at College of the Desert.

College of the Desert Foundation welcomes Windermere Real Estate Southern California into our family of businesses making a difference in higher education by setting up a scholarship fund for COD student success.

As COD alumni, we know the power of education to change lives. Now we're giving back. Join us.

Diane and Neal Denkler – Paying it Forward With COD Foundation.

COD Foundation is proud to welcome Dr. Myron and Mrs. Joanne Mintz to our family of donors and higher education supporters. 

Wells Fargo Foundation recently awarded College of the Desert Foundation a donation of $75,000 to be used toward college priorities developed by faculty and administration

The Academic Angels (formerly COD Auxiliary) celebrated their 30th anniversary last month with a festive luncheon at The Club at Morningside.

Four College of the Desert military veterans received $1,000 scholarships during an end-of-the-season party at Deep Canyon Tennis Club in Palm Springs. But that was just a start as $15,000 match challenge was issued...

When it comes to making a difference, outgoing College of the Desert Foundation President Donna Jean Darby is in a class by herself. Determined and quietly effective, she has proven to be a powerful agent for change.

The Solutions kiosk was a concept and instruction plan of Dr. Kelly Hall, Associate Professor of Business and Robert Holmes, Professor of Business. This unique campus store opened in 2011

COD Foundation was presented a check for $45,000 from the Friends of the College of the Desert Library to be used for

The 2015 Season Kick-Off Reception was a chance for members of President’s Circle and Academic Angels and their guests to meet

This year we have much for which to be thankful.

He's always had a mind for finance and keen eyes set to the future, now Vernon Kozlen is bringing his heart full of passion to help higher education and student success at College of the Desert.

COD Foundation Receives $50,000 donation from Norma Kleinschmidt in Support Student Success Initiatives at College of the Desert

In a little over a year, thanks to events like Stepping Out for COD and additional support from grants and individual gifts, we have raised just over half of our $2.4 million goal to support student success at College of the Desert.

The Annexstad Family Foundation - helping support the bright minds and big dreams of veterans at College of the Desert.

COD Foundation Academic Angels Spring Bloom Luncheon was in full bloom April 11, 2016 at the Blossoming Gardens at Toscana Country Club...

I recently had the opportunity to attend the Donor/Student Scholarship Reception at College of the Desert. I was beyond amazed. It was a magical culmination of community.

COD Foundation recently received a gift of $20,800 from the Roatry Club of Indian Wells for student scholarships at College of the Desert.

College of the Desert Foundation mourns the loss of a wonderful friend and avid supporter of students, COD Foundation and higher education College of the Desert. Patrick McCarthy died Tuesday, February 10, 2017, from complications due to cancer and a virus infection. 

The skies are unlimited for learning at College of the Desert’s East Valley Campus in Mecca/Thermal. A new observatory and telescope will help students reach for the stars when it comes to their higher education and career goals. 

The screenwriting team of Robert Mason “Bob” Pollock and wife Eileen “Mike” Pollock left their mark on College of the Desert in a big way…

Mr.& Mrs. Hal Gershowitz, passionate champions of College of the Desert, opened their beautiful home at BIGHORN Golf Club, on March 13 in support of President’s Circle and the College.

A deluxe cruise with proceeds going to College of the Desert, Rancho Mirage Public Library and the Virginia Waring International Piano Competition is being planned by a group of local philanthropists.

For me, College of the Desert is high on the list, providing outstanding opportunities for Coachella Valley residents to study for that dream career and then move into the local workforce. 

Starting June 1, College of the Desert Foundation supporters will be able to gain access to a very special group of tickets to Barry Manilow's GIFT OF LOVE concerts at the McCallum Theatre.

College of the Desert Foundation is proud to feature Barry Manilow as our Donor of the month. Without doubt, Barry is one of the valley’s most beloved artists, supporters and philanthropists.

We are proud to welcome 25 new members to the President's Circle. Our members invest their ideas, talents, creativity and expertise for the benefit of the college and community. We hope you'll consider joining President's Circle too. 

Patrick and Edeltraud McCarthy are two of the “quietest” benefactors in our desert community. All who know them are truly overwhelmed with their involvement...

The singer who writes the songs that “make the whole world sing” has Stepped Up For COD to establish the Barry Manilow Scholarship at College of the Desert Foundation and expand access to arts, education and music for local students at COD.

Thanks to donors like you, College of the Desert's Culinary Program along with its aspiring student chefs helped make one of El Paseo's Fashion Week 2012 events a big success.

Rick and I are part-time desert residents and full-time supporters of College of the Desert. We are proud to support COD and lead the membership campaign for the COD Foundation.

Mark Nickerson is the Managing Partner of Prime Time International. Based in the Coachella Valley since 1997 (with roots dating to 1987), the company is the largest year-round grower, packer and shipper of multi-colored peppers in the United States