The Virginia Foundation for Community College Education

Chancellor’s Circle

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For six decades, Virginia’s Community Colleges have transformed lives and communities across the Commonwealth. As we celebrate this milestone and look toward the future, we invite you to join an exceptional group of philanthropic leaders who share our vision for the next 60 years of impact.

The Chancellor’s Circle is our premier giving society, recognizing philanthropists who invest $60,000 or more over a five-year period to support student success and workforce development across all 23 Virginia community colleges. Your gift to the Accelerate Opportunity Fund will go towards the area of greatest need, creating a foundation of sustainability that amplifies our mission. This landmark commitment—inspired by our 60th anniversary—positions you as a cornerstone partner in building Virginia’s talent pipeline for generations to come.

The Impact

Your investment in the Chancellor’s Circle empowers the Foundation to pursue scholarships that can help a single parent complete their nursing degree, launch emergency aid programs for students facing unexpected barriers, and secure critical equipment upgrades for high-demand workforce training. When you give at this level, you’re fueling the work that changes lives across Virginia.

46%


Of all public undergraduate students in Virginia are served by the VCCS

81%


Of Virginia Community College graduates stay in Virginia

95%


Of FastForward grads have a job within six months

“The Virginia Community College System provides the training and the key connections for the students to reach their full potential in our industry”

Deborah Harvey,
Executive Director of the Heavy Construction Contractors Association

Chancellor’s Circle Membership Benefits

Leadership Council & Strategic Engagement

  • Invitation to join the Chancellor’s Circle Advisory Council, a select group of philanthropic leaders who meet annually with VCCS leadership
  • Opportunities to connect with students and hear firsthand how philanthropy is changing lives
  • Invitation and leadership recognition at the Foundation’s signature events

Distinguished Recognition & Stewardship

  • Annual impact reports with personalized updates on how your investment is advancing student success across Virginia
  • Dedicated relationship manager to ensure your philanthropic experience is meaningful and aligned with your interests
  • Featured profile in Foundation publications and the Annual Report
Chancellor, Governor, Lt Governor, and Attorney General

Your visionary investment helps 230,000 students each year build better futures— and strengthens communities across the Commonwealth for the next 60 years. Join the Chancellor’s Circle today.

How to join:

By Check

Payable to the VFCCE (Memo line: Chancellor’s Circle)
300 Arboretum Place, Suite 390
Richmond, Virginia 23236

Contact

Reach out for guidance on using other giving vehicles, such as appreciated stock or IRA rollover.
foundation@vccs.edu
804.819.4961