Supporting Blue Ridge Community College students and strengthening our community through philanthropy, partnerships, and educational opportunity.
The mission of the Foundation is to aid, strengthen, and further in every proper and useful way the work and services of Blue Ridge Community College and to provide broader educational opportunities to its student, staff, faculty, and to the residents of Henderson and Transylvania counties.
Providing financial assistance that helps students achieve their educational goals.
Supporting academic programs, classroom technology, and hands-on learning opportunities.
Investing in professional development and initiatives that enhance student success.
Connecting donors, alumni, businesses, and community members with opportunities to strengthen Blue Ridge.
Whether you’re interested in supporting student success through philanthropic donations or helping strengthen the Foundation’s connection to our community, there are several meaningful ways to get involved.
Help fund scholarships, programs, equipment, and other resources that expand opportunities for Blue Ridge Community College students.
Help promote the Foundation’s mission, connect with supporters, and strengthen the College’s impact throughout the community.
President
Lori Garcia-McCammon
Vice President
Pamela Rogers
Secretary
Brett D. Miller
Asst. Secretary
Dr. Laura B. Leatherwood
Treasurer
Kara Webb
Asst. Treasurer
Carolyn W. Alley
Member at Large & Trustee Representative
John B. “Chip” Gould*
Executive Director
Jamie Wiener
Patti Baker
Vivian Bolaños
Thomas L. Hudgin
John C. McCormick, Jr.
Erika L. McGilley
Adam Pressley
Brigadier General, USA (Ret.) M. Stephen Rhoades
Katy Gash
Frederick Richard “Coach” Wood
Dr. Andrew Grissom
Susan Upshaw Thomas
Kelly Leonard*
T. Hilliard Staton
Director Emeritus
* denotes Blue Ridge Community College Trustee
Blue Ridge Community College Educational Foundation
180 West Campus Dr.
Flat Rock, NC 28731
Phone: (828) 694-1710
Fax: (828) 694-1690
Jamie Wiener
Executive Director
Mhari Reid
Director of Donor Engagement
Karie Martin
Administrative Assistant
Susie Malloy
Foundation Accountant
