Welcome!
Fall 2024 Newsletter
A note from 2024
Rowan-Cabarrus Foundation Board Chair,
PAIGE CROWE
As we navigate through another exciting school year, I am delighted to extend heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Rowan-Cabarrus Foundation and Board of Directors for your unwavering support and dedication to our students. Your commitment to both our students and community continues to be a beacon of inspiration and profoundly impacts the lives of many.
I am thrilled to introduce our new biannual newsletter as a new way for you to engage with the Rowan-Cabarrus Foundation. This newsletter will showcase various ways you can continue to support our students and community. We eagerly anticipate keeping you informed about upcoming events, student achievements and more through each edition of this exciting newsletter. We are enthusiastic about the opportunities ahead for our students and are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way.
Thank you once again for your invaluable support and dedication. We look forward to connecting with you through our upcoming newsletters and continuing to make a meaningful difference together.
Sincerely,
Paige Crowe
of you,
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“” our students can do amazing
“Thank you for allowing me to continue my journey of furthering my education. This scholarship will allow me to finish my program and earn an associate degree in project management. I never thought I would graduate from college, but almost two years later, I am on the doorstep of having a degree.”
– Zachary Ikner, Scholarship Recipient
“This scholarship is not just a financial blessing; it is a vote of confidence in my ability to succeed and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners. Your support has given me the motivation and means to continue my educational journey and achieve my career goals.”
– Brandi Doub, Scholarship Recipient
I work two part-time jobs, go to school full time and am a mother to two amazing daughters. It often feels like I am in a marathon, and I am close to the end, but I’m exhausted and opportunities like receiving a scholarship give me the push to keep going and finish strong! Thank you for believing in me and supporting me towards reaching my education and professional goals!”
– Erin Holmes, Scholarship Recipient
FIVE NEW ENDOWMENTS
established last year to provide annual support for students.
$100,000
During the last two years, over has been awarded in student emergency grants, enabling students to overcome financial hardships and stay on track with their education.
$40,000 Supported nearly 50 Student Impact Grants since 2016, totaling $643 Average scholarship award amount
Meet Our Team
Sarah Devlin, MPA, CFRE
Chief Officer of Governance, Advancement & Community Relations
sarah.devlin@rccc.edu | 704-216-3706
Meet Our Board
CHAIR | Paige Crowe, Senior Commercial Development Officer, F&M Bank
VICE CHAIR | Cathy Floyd, Retired
Connie Rheinecker, CFRE
Foundation Director
connie.rheinecker@rccc.edu | 704-216-3485
Addison Shepherd Foundation Operations Specialist
addison.shepherd@rccc.edu | 704-216-3876
Upcoming Events
Golf Tournament: Swing for Students October 18, 2024 | The Club at Irish Creek
The Rowan-Cabarrus Golf Classic is a tee-rific annual fundraiser that supports the educational aspirations of promising students in our community. Teams tee off at The Club at Irish Creek in Kannapolis to enjoy a fun-filled day of golf, networking and camaraderie, presented by Novant Health.
For sponsorship details, contact the Foundation or visit the Golf Classic website at www.rccc.edu/golf today!
You are a VIP! Join us for a VIP tour this fall. Sign up for a tour at www.rccc.edu/vip.
ROWAN COUNTY
Karen Alexander, Mayor of Salisbury
Kelly Hill, Certified Registered Nurse
Barbara Mallett, Mayor, Town of East Spencer
Jeanie Moore, Retired
Patricia (P.J.) Ricks, Retired
Elaine Spalding, President, Rowan County Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Reavis, Community Engagement, Novant Health
SECRETARY | Carol Spalding, Ed.D., President, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
TREASURER | Tara Trexler, Chief Financial Officer, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
CABARRUS COUNTY
Michael Fischer, Attorney at Law, Bradley Arant
Brian Hiatt, (Retired) City Manager of Concord
Matt Millward, General Manager, Kannapolis Cannon Ballers
Robin Moore, Deputy Executive Director Administration, WSACC
Smita Quinn, Director of Marketing and Operations, Patrin Pharma
Chris Shoemaker, Retired
Haylee Shuping, Partnership
Activation Coordinator
Mark Spitzer, President, Castle & Cooke North Carolina, LLC
Mark Whitley, SVP & Managing Director, Pinnacle Asset Management