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Sacramento, California, United States

Foundation for California Community Colleges is the official nonprofit partner to California’s community colleges, advancing student success, equity, workforce development, and statewide innovation.

Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC) is the official nonprofit partner to California's community college system. It advances equitable opportunity and economic mobility by supporting students, colleges, and their communities through a broad portfolio of programs and services. The FoundationCCC operates across six priority areas: Student Success, Workforce Development, Equity, Community Impact, Climate Action, and System Support. It collaborates with colleges, the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office, philanthropy, and government to fund scholarships, emergency assistance, work-based learning, and capacity building. By serving as a hub for innovation and statewide program scaling, it aims to strengthen California's higher education system and its communities.

To benefit, support, and enhance the missions of the California Community College system.

What we offer

FoundationCCC Enterprise Procurement Services

Streamline procurement processes for educational institutions, maximizing savings and compliance.

foundationccc.org/our-work/system-support/providing-affordable-products-and-technology/enterprise-procurement-services/

FoundationCCC AI Hub

Empowers California community colleges to leverage AI for equitable educational innovations.

foundationccc.org/our-work/system-support/supporting-innovation-for-equity/foundationccc-ai-hub/

Intersegmental Solutions Hub

Enhances collaboration across education sectors to drive student success and equitable outcomes.

California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment (CCCSE)

Service

Supports students through scholarships and emergency financial aid.

foundationccc.org/our-work/system-support/providing-financial-assistance-and-scholarships/california-community-colleges-scholarship-endowment-cccse/

California Connects

Service

Enhances access to affordable technology and connectivity for California students.

foundationccc.org/our-work/system-support/providing-affordable-products-and-technology-to-colleges-and-students/california-connects/

California Guided Pathways Project

Service

Enhances student success through streamlined pathways and improved completion rates.

foundationccc.org/our-work/student-success/strengthening-pathways-to-student-success/#cccco

Career Catalyst

Service

Facilitates meaningful connections between job seekers and skill-building opportunities.

foundationccc.org/our-work/workforce-development/increasing-opportunities-for-apprenticeships-internships-and-skill-building/career-catalyst/

Centralized Clinical Placement System (CCPS)

Service

Enhances efficiency and availability of clinical placements for health care students.

foundationccc.org/our-work/workforce-development/improving-health-care-availability/#centralizedplacements

Market segments

Scholarship and emergency aid administration

Programs that create, manage, and measure endowment-funded scholarships and emergency financial aid to increase student access and retention.

Student technology access and connectivity

Initiatives that provide affordable devices, broadband connectivity, and technology resources to remove digital barriers to learning.

Guided pathways and student completion reform

Frameworks and implementation support that redesign curricula, advising, and institutional practices to accelerate student completion and transfer.

Workforce development and employer partnerships

Programs that develop apprenticeships, internships, and employer-aligned skill-building to increase job placement and regional economic mobility.

Clinical placement coordination and management

Centralized systems for scheduling, tracking, and communicating clinical placements to improve capacity, compliance, and student training outcomes in health programs.

Cooperative procurement and public sector purchasing

Collective purchasing programs and compliant contract platforms that deliver cost savings, compliance, and scalable procurement for K–12, higher education, and public agencies.

AI-enabled equity innovation and cross-sector collaboration

Platforms and hubs that support AI-driven experimentation, cross-stakeholder co-design, and equitable scaling of innovations across education and workforce systems.

More information about our offering

FoundationCCC Enterprise Procurement Services

FoundationCCC Enterprise Procurement Services coordinates CollegeBuys, CivicBuys, SchoolBuys, and AICCUBuys to drive savings, compliance, and efficiency for higher education and public sector buyers. It leverages collective purchasing power, offering contracts tailored for various educational needs through a centralized platform, ensuring efficiency in procurement across multiple sectors.

  • Leverage Buying Power
    Optimizes institutional resources through purchasing that benefits colleges and public agencies.
  • Achieve Significant Savings
    Provides institutions the opportunity to reduce their procurement costs significantly.
  • Streamline Procurement Processes
    Ensures compliance and efficiency in procurement for municipalities and government agencies.
  • Access Tailored Procurement Solutions
    Provides unique contracts designed specifically for K-12 institutions, ensuring that school districts have the resources they need at competitive prices.
  • Leverage Collective Buying Power
    Ensures cost efficiency and compliance through access to specialized contracts for private colleges.
  • Realize Significant Savings
    Leverages collective buying power to provide discounts up to 85% on a variety of educational resources.
  • Enhance Procurement Efficiency
    Streamlines purchasing processes while maintaining compliance and maximizing value.
  • Access Compliant Agreements
    Benefits from a wide range of pre-negotiated supplier contracts that meet compliance requirements.

FoundationCCC AI Hub

FoundationCCC AI Hub is a platform for accelerating equity-focused innovation within California’s community college ecosystem. It supports collaboration, experimentation, and AI-enabled initiatives aimed at improving outcomes in higher education through collective contributions and innovation.

  • Leverage AI For Innovation
    Integrates cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance educational methodologies and outcomes.
  • Advance Equity Objectives
    Targets systemic inequities in education to ensure all students have equal access to opportunities.
  • Foster Collaborative Partnerships
    Encourages diverse stakeholders to collaborate on innovative projects that address community college challenges.
  • Support Innovative Projects
    Facilitates funding and resources for projects that enhance educational outcomes through innovation.

Intersegmental Solutions Hub

Intersegmental Solutions Hub is FoundationCCC’s central platform for cross-segment collaboration, aligning TK–12, college, and workforce systems to co-design scalable, equity-driven strategies that improve outcomes for students and communities.

  • Facilitates Cross-Sector Collaboration
    By connecting various educational sectors, it fosters partnerships that address challenges faced by students across all educational stages.
  • Implements Scalable Solutions
    Provides effective and replicable student success strategies that can be adapted at different educational levels.
  • Aligns Education and Workforce Systems
    Creates a synchronized approach between educational institutions and workforce development, ensuring smoother transitions for students.
  • Implements Equity-Driven Strategies
    Develops initiatives that prioritize equitable access to resources and opportunities for marginalized groups.

California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment (CCCSE)

California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment (CCCSE) provides and administers scholarships and emergency financial aid, supported by endowment management, grants, and charitable gifts. It ensures consistent and reliable funding for scholarships, adapting to changing needs while enhancing support for underserved students.

  • Support Students Financially
    Provides crucial financial assistance to help students overcome barriers to education.
  • Enhance Student Opportunities
    Expands funding sources for scholarships, enhancing support for underserved students.
  • Sustain Long-Term Funding
    Ensures consistent and reliable funding for scholarships, adapting to changing needs.
  • Provide Fiscal Support
    Facilitates financial stewardship and management for various educational programs.
  • Assess Program Effectiveness
    Informs stakeholders of the benefits and impact of scholarship and aid programs.

California Connects

California Connects is a FoundationCCC program that connects colleges and students with affordable technology resources and connectivity options to support learning and success, ensuring financial barriers do not impede educational success.

  • Facilitates Affordable Technology Access
    By providing affordable technology resources, California Connects enables students and colleges to enhance their learning environment.
  • Provides Connectivity Solutions
    Ensures that students have the internet access they need to participate in digital learning activities.

California Guided Pathways Project

California Guided Pathways Project supports Pathways reforms to accelerate student completion and transfer, aligning with Vision 2030 goals for the California Community Colleges, promoting effective transitions for students.

  • Boost Completion Rates
    Emphasizes streamlined pathways to help students achieve their educational goals more efficiently.
  • Facilitate Student Transfers
    Creates smoother transitions for students moving between institutions.
  • Empower Local Colleges
    Engagement ensures that the needs of local stakeholders are met, enhancing the effectiveness of pathways.

Career Catalyst

Career Catalyst creates opportunities for apprenticeships, internships, and skill-building experiences to help students and job seekers connect with paid work, supporting economic mobility.

  • Increases Opportunities For Apprenticeships
    Allows students and job seekers to gain hands-on experience while earning income.
  • Facilitates Skill-building Opportunities
    Students can enhance their skills and employability through structured training and internships.
  • Connects Learners To Employers
    Links students with potential employers to facilitate placements.

Centralized Clinical Placement System (CCPS)

Centralized Clinical Placement System (CCPS) coordinates health care student placements to improve availability and efficiency of clinical education, centralizing placements to reduce inefficiencies.

  • Streamlines Clinical Placements
    Coordinates health care placements centrally to improve access to clinical education opportunities.
  • Enhances Stakeholder Collaboration
    Promotes effective dialogue and coordination between colleges and clinical sites throughout the placement process.
  • Tracks Placement Metrics
    Collects data on student placements to help educational institutions analyze trends and improve placement outcomes.
  • Supports System-Wide Adoption
    Can be scaled to accommodate increasing numbers of students and institutions.

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