Establishing an Endowment

You can establish an endowment fund to benefit Rio Hondo College students. A minimum of $10,000 is required for endowed funds.

How does an endowment work?

• Funds are treated as principal and are permanently invested.
• Earnings from the investments are distributed each year.
• Endowment provides a solid base for annual funding to support student success, program enhancement and community enrichment.
• All investments are managed professionally in a diversified portfolio.
• The donor may designate the endowment name and its purpose.
• Endowment is an on-going means of support for higher education at Rio Hondo College.

What are the benefits of being an endowment donor?

• Prominent honor for donor and their family, company or organization.
• Community recognition through Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation's Circle of Honor and publications.
• Quality of life contribution to the future of the college and the community.
• Savings in estate, capital gains and income taxes.
• Leadership example for others to follow.

How does an endowment benefit Rio Hondo College and the community?

• Reduces financial barriers to attending college.
• Provides greater opportunities for life and career enhancement.
• Enriches classroom experience.
• Provides high quality instruction to students.
• Allows for state-of-the-art technology and equipment.
• Reflects confidence in the college's mission and role.
• A recent study by the University of California found that local economies receive $3 for every $1 spent on community college education!