Dallas College is the economic engine of Dallas County
Dallas College meets the moment. As one of the largest colleges in the nation, serving over 127,000 students, and the region's leader in high demand career preparation, Dallas College helps tens of thousands of students from every walk of life find their path to a rewarding career.
Our Impact 🎯
16,000+ credentials awarded a year. Dallas College is North Texas' leader in career preparation for students from every walk of life.
Dallas College Pays Off 🎓
Students who graduate with their associate degree earn an additional $14,500 per year, and Dallas College has an annual economic impact of over $5 billion.
World Class Student Support 🤝
Dallas College offers wraparound services, including emergency aid, transportation vouchers, counseling, and food pantries, that stabilize students' lives so they can focus on learning.
Preparing the Workforce of the Future 🚀
Dallas College has 100+ career oriented programs of study, including three bachelor's degrees in high demand fields: nursing, teaching, and software development.
Unlock What's Next with the Emergency Aid Fund 🔑
Dallas College Foundation invites you to Unlock What's Next for our students through North Texas Giving Day! This year, we invite you to focus your generosity on the Dallas College Emergency Aid Fund. One unexpected bill, a car repair, a utility shutoff, a childcare gap, can be the difference between a student finishing their degree or dropping out. The Emergency Aid Fund gives students the support they need to stay enrolled and keep moving toward what's next.
What's next for a student depends on you. Give today.
Sincerely, Dallas College Foundation
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Mission
Dallas College Foundation advances economic mobility for students in our community by channeling the power of philanthropy to lift Dallas College to new heights of innovation, excellence and equity.
Needs
Dallas College Emergency Aid Fund
Dallas College Foundation funds emergency aid to remove immediate financial barriers for tens of thousands of students, helping cover urgent needs like rent, utilities, transportation, childcare, and unexpected bills that could otherwise force a student to drop out.
A single emergency, one flat tire, one missed shift, one overdue bill, can be the difference between a student finishing their degree or leaving school altogether. Your gift to the Emergency Aid Fund gives students the support they need to stay enrolled and keep moving toward what's next.
Equity Statement
At Dallas College Foundation, we remain true to our mission of supporting students, faculty and staff, regardless of background. The values of Dallas College Foundation have not changed, nor has our leadership’s commitment to fostering and celebrating the rich culture that exists across our community. We acknowledge and value our students and employees and their right to be seen and heard, assume positive intent in each other, and will be understanding and mindful of everyone’s time, talent, and contributions, with empathy and appreciation.
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Organization Data
Summary
Organization name
Dallas College Foundation, Inc.
Tax id (EIN)
23-7326612
Causes
Education - Higher Ed
Operating Budget
$3,000,000 - $9,999,999
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, Native American, Other