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Over $194,000 in scholarships provided by donors to OCTC students for 2022-2023 is the power of the OCTC Foundation, Inc. annual campaign! 

The majority of OCTC students rely heavily, if not entirely, on financial aid. Investing in an existing scholarship fund or creating your own scholarship allows you to make a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of our students. 

Scholarships can also be created to honor the legacy of a loved one or leave a legacy that reflects your values. Scholarships can be customized to support students from a specified region, program of study, or other parameter. 

Gifts of any amount can be made to existing scholarship funds by making an online donation here.

 

A student’s success in college is often dependent on a variety of circumstances, many of which may be outside their direct control. Medical challenges, employment changes, childcare needs, and financial emergencies can impact whether a student stays on track to achieve their goals. Our Student Emergency Fund gives students a way to solve the problems that stand in the way of their continued education. 

 

The OCTC Student Emergency Fund supports student success by removing obstacles resulting from an unforeseen financial emergency that, without assistance, would prevent a student from continuing their education. The Student Emergency Fund is funded entirely through generous support of individuals, grants, and corporate donations.

The Pathfinder Pantry is open to any OCTC student experiencing food insecurity or hunger.

Located on the lower level of the Campus Center building on OCTC’s main campus, the Pathfinder Pantry serves OCTC students through providing food and personal care items. There are no qualifications for access to the pantry other than being an OCTC student.

What will you find in the Pathfinder Pantry? 

 The small room packed full of the following items are available to OCTC students:

• Multi-use items: pastas, sauces, condiments, peanut butter, fruit spreads, rice, beans, and cereal
• Single-use items: canned meat and fish, ramen, canned vegetables, macaroni and cheese, and “instant” sides
• Ready to eat items: applesauce, fruit cups, crackers, fruit snacks, granola bars, and more
• Refrigerated items: rotating cold and perishable items such as juice, milk, yogurt, and fruit
• Frozen items: individual microwavable meals, meat, and vegetables
• Personal care items: shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, body wash, lotion, dental hygiene items, feminine hygiene products, and skin care products

 

Donations and Ways to Help

 We accept:

• Non-perishable canned and boxed foods
• New or unopened personal care and hygiene products
• Monetary donations, which help to keep our shelves full and replenish higher need items.

If you are interested in making a donation of food or personal care items, or you're interested in making a monetary donation, please contact Cadie Underwood at cadie.underwood@ktcs.edu or call (270) 686-4663.