Support Cook County Higher Education
North Shore Campus FundingIf the CCHE office and staff were not here, students would lose their support services! Thus, contributions to general operating expenses provide real and tangible support for area residents as we work to provide these valuable educational services to the community. We currently have one part time and two full time employees. Funding comes from state and county grants, project grants, workshop events, and your generous support.
2011-2012 GRANT PROJECTS
- Broadband initiative: $10,000 from MIRC (Blandin funds via Cook County) for expanded Computer Lab and Broadband Resources
- Internet Victory: $2,841 from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to offer broadband training workshops
- Innovation: $25,000 from the Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation to address our community’s broadband initiative and the potential for new business ventures.
- Technology Assistance Project: $12,500 from the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to hire a temporary staff person to assist with promotion and hosting of the broadband events we are featuring.
- Tech Squad: $20,000 from Northland Foundation to provide technological assistance to the community. High school students will form the basis on the tech squad, with training, after-school and summer activities, and entrepreneurial experience.
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Technology Expansion: $2,300 from the North Shore Health Care Foundation
to purchase needed equipment for nursing students, and to gather video testimonials that can be posted on our facebook site and our web page.
Areas of Need
Cook County Higher Education’s annual budget is $175,500. This is used to offer health related college courses and certificates and degree programs (Nursing Assistant, Registered Nurse, and Licensed Practical Nurse), broadband training and business related workshops and certificate programs including Leadership Management, Personnel Management, Customer Service, ServSafe Food Handling, and continuing education. In addition to state, county, and foundation grants, CCHE depends on donations from individuals interested in seeing area residents reach their full potential through education. Areas of immediate need are: mentor fees, scholarship funds, and building improvements such as installing ADA accessible bathrooms in the lower level, and replacing the exterior asbestos siding.
How to Give
Become a Friend of CCHE and Donate Now:
- $25 Friend
- $50 Donor
- $75 Guide
- $100 Leader
- $250 Sponsor (funds one scholarship)
- $500 Investor
- $1,000 Patron
- $2,000 Champion
Cash and stock: This is the simplest way to give and provides immediate benefits for students who rely on Cook County Higher Education. These gifts can qualify for income tax deductions. And, if your securities have appreciated in value, giving them as a charitable contribution can help you avoid capital gains taxes.
Estate: Whether you are in the process of updating your estate plan, or just beginning, there are a variety of charitable tools available to meet your financial and philanthropic goals. A gift through your estate can be as simple as a bequest to Cook County Higher Education in your will or trust, or a beneficiary designation of a life insurance policy, retirement plan or financial account. You may find life-income gifts, such as a charitable gift annuity or a charitable remainder trust a good choice, providing you with immediate tax savings and annual income for you and/or your spouse or other loved one. Your support will help sustain CCHE through perpetuity.
We would be happy to explore the best choices for you and work with your attorney or financial advisor if you decide to make a planned gift to benefit Cook County Higher Education. We would love to have the opportunity to talk to you about naming possibilities if you are interested in supporting the cost of a classroom. Stop in and see the plans!
If you're considering a gift and would like more information: Contact CCHE Director, Paula Sundet Wolf at 218-387-3411 or Bill Hansen, CCHE Board of Director at 218-663-7150. As with all estate decisions, please consult an attorney, a tax professional or an investment professional for advice before finalizing your gift choice.