by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 24, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action
Nearly 10 years after its initial inception, the EDGE/plEDGE program prepares dedicated full-time students for every aspect of college life, from math and English skills to counseling and free tuition. While it may sound fun and catchy, EDGE/plEDGE is a life-changing...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 22, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action
Board of Directors President Christine Anderson sees funding COD as a success for students and the thriving Coachella Valley. Christine Anderson has an impressive background. She was an elementary school principal, served for 15 years in the Santa Ana school district...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 20, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action
COD Foundation’s Academic Angels Partners with Leadership Coachella Valley to Foster the Next Generation of Leaders For the first time in history, the College of the Desert Foundation’s Academic Angels are partnering with Leadership Coachella Valley to mentor a select...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 19, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action
While Students Gain Hands-on Experience, Parents Enrolled at COD Find On-site Subsidized Childcare offering community gardens, farm-to-table meals, an outdoor musical garden and a highly awarded enrichment program making COD’s Child Development learners the...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 18, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action
Becoming a member has profound impact on our talented students and our award-winning programs. We celebrate the well-educated workforce which is crucial to our thriving economy in attracting new business opportunities to the Coachella Valley. The President’s...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 17, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action
COD’s Culinary Arts Program Provides Expert Training for Coachella Valley’s Largest Industry. Students from across California come to study at College of the Desert, eager to train under a team of dynamic chefs who lead the highly accredited Culinary Arts program....
