Philanthropy in Action | College of the Desert Foundation

Students Build Tiny Homes On Wheels That Make Big Impact

by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 17, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action

College of the Desert is on a roll, building Tiny Houses on Wheels that will make a big impact on future communities. The project began in 2020 with a focus of teaching Architecture and Environmental Design students about sustainable building practices while creating...

Training Firefighters, EMTs, & Peace Officers

by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 16, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action

The Legacy of COD’s Criminal Justice Program For over 22 years, the Criminal Justice program has drawn service-minded students to career paths reserved for the bold and the brave. Once they graduate, these dedicated young adults enter a demanding line of work...

Meet Barbara Foster Monachino

by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 15, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action

Co-chair, Stepping Out for COD 2022 COD Foundation Board of Director Member “I’ve always believed that an education creates a level playing field for all, giving people of all backgrounds, economic and social, the ability to succeed in today’s world. Often there are...

Meet Chef Elana Hernandez

by College of the Desert Foundation | Jan 15, 2022 | Philanthropy in Action

Driving to COD 90 minutes a day, Elana is inspired to become a pastry chef and own her own business after her Fall 2022 graduation. Inspired by her fondest memories of times spent baking with her Grandma Cookie, COD Culinary student Elana Hernandez left her secure job...

Sowing Seeds for Good Deeds

by College of the Desert Foundation | Dec 15, 2021 | Philanthropy in Action

The Richard Brooke Foundation has gifted $775,000 to COD. The Coachella Valley attracts a wide variety of altruistic philanthropists each year. The College of the Desert Foundation has been extremely fortunate to have benefitted from Melinda Drickey’s time, talents as...

Fund for Student Success and Student Emergency Fund