The Mid Michigan College Foundation, and the students we serve, truly appreciate your generosity and commitment to making higher education more accessible to everyone. Thank you for your support of the Foundation.

Making a donation to the Mid Michigan College Foundation is simple!

Donate Online

Use our simple form to make a gift online. It's convenient, safe, and secure through DonerView.

Make Online Donation

Donate by Mail

Mail your check (payable to Mid Michigan College Foundation) to

Mid Michigan College Foundation
1375 South Clare Avenue
Harrison, MI 48625

Other Ways to Give

Cash
A check given to the Foundation allows the advantage of income tax savings.

Endowments
An efficient way to assist future generations of students because once established, it is self-perpetuating.

Matching Gifts
Employers or service organizations may sponsor matching gift programs that can double or triple a gift.

Gifts of Stock
Gifts of stock allow the donor to give with little or no effect on current spendable income and receive significant tax benefits.

Personal Property
Tangible personal property may be deducted at the fair market value of the property without the payment of any tax on the appreciation.

Bequests
Give Mid a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or part of what remains after providing for loved ones. A bequest can be added to an existing will with a codicil or amendment.

Life Insurance
Name the Mid Michigan College Foundation as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy or contribute a policy that is no longer needed.

Retirement Plans
Using retirement accounts could offer heirs significant tax savings.

Annuities and Trusts
Receive annual income for life through several options including a Charitable Gift Annuity, Charitable Remainder Trust, Pooled Income Fund, or Charitable Lead Trust.

Endowed funds are a critical piece of the support that we provide to students. Gifts to these funds are added to the endowment, which is invested but never spent. Instead, the fund continues to grow and provides investment income that can be disbursed for the designated purpose of the fund.

Establishing an endowment is an easy and rewarding process. Funds can be set up to provide for a number of vital needs including scholarships, technology, capital improvements, cultural offerings, and more. They can also be named for individuals, companies, or in memory or honor of a loved one.

In order to provide a meaningful level of investment income, the minimum funding level for an endowment is $10,000, which must be reached within three years of the date the fund was established.

To establish an endowment, contact Alexa Carey, Executive Director of the Mid Foundation, at (989) 386-6622 x183 or acarey3@midmich.edu.

One of the Mid Michigan College Foundation's primary purposes is to provide much needed scholarships to deserving students at Mid. As the community's college, we believe in making post-secondary education as accessible as possible.

Establishing a scholarship is an easy and rewarding process. While there are exceptions, you can establish a named scholarship if you intend to provide at least $1,000 or more per year for a minimum of five years.

To establish a named scholarship, contact Alexa Carey, Executive Director of the Mid Foundation, at (989) 386-6622 x183 or acarey3@midmich.edu.

Gifts made to endowed funds are invested and managed by the Foundation's Investment Committee. They are guided by professional investment managers and work within the bounds of the Investment and Distribution Policy.

Funds & Scholarships

One of the Mid Michigan College Foundation's primary purposes is to provide much-needed scholarships to deserving students at Mid. As "the communities college," we believe in making post-secondary education as accessible as possible. 

Outside Scholarships

In addition, there are also scholarships which are awarded by outside agencies (like community foundations) and State and Federal financial aid programs. The Michael And Dianne Morey Manufacturing Skilled Trades Scholarship Fund is a good example of these awards.

Why give to the Mid Foundation?

Impact Students
The Mid Michigan College Foundation funds life-changing programs, scholarships, and college initiatives that helps students expand their horizons and achieve their goals.

Strengthen Your Community
Contributions to the Foundation benefit the entire community and its economy. Community colleges change lives by making higher education available to everyone.

Live Your Values
Charitable giving is not only a way to share what we have, but to become who we are.

Earn Tax Advantages
Donations to the Mid Foundation may qualify you for significant federal and state tax savings.

Commencement Grads

Planned Giving

Become a member of the Laker Legacy Society with a planned gift to positively impact the future of the College and our students.

You can positively impact future generations through a simple act--add a bequest or gift to the Mid Foundation in your will or retirement plan.

As a Laker Legacy Society member, you demonstrate a commitment to education and the belief that developing knowledge and ability can transform lives.

How to Set Up Planned Giving

Simply let us know - it's that easy!

Donations and/or earmarking your most highly-taxable assets can benefit your loved ones financially.

  • Bequests
    • Leave Mid a specific amount, percentage of your estate, or part of what remains after providing for loved ones. A bequest can be easily added to an existing will with a codicil or amendment.
  • Life Insurance
    • Name the Mid Michigan College Foundation as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy or contribute a policy that is no longer needed.
  • Retirement Plans
    • Using retirement accounts could offer heirs significant tax savings.
  • Annuities and Trusts
    • Charitable Gift Annuity
    • Charitable Lead Trust
    • Charitable Remainder Trust
    • Pooled Income Fund
  • Share your Personal Preferences
    • Join anonymously or choose to be recognized.
    • Include details about how you would like your gift to benefit the College and Mid students, using our designation opportunities listed below.

Designation Opportunities

This fund supports academic scholarships, new program development, faculty advancement, and current program improvements, including related facilities and equipment.

Funding examples may include

  • Improved classrooms, lab equipment and tools
  • New technology for enriched learning
  • Funding faculty research and professional development opportunities
  • Scholarships

This fund supports the athletics programs at Mid Michigan College, including associated equipment and uniforms, athletic and training facilities, coaching staff, and players.

Funding examples may include

  • Sports equipment and uniform purchases
  • Facility or grounds improvements related to athletics
  • Professional development for coaches
  • Support services for players

This fund supports additional College activities that promote Mid’s mission to advance access to education and to support students in improving their lives through meaningful skill and scholarly attainment.

Funding examples may include

  • Student support programs such as Academic Advising and Mentoring
  • Global and domestic travel initiatives that promote cultural awareness
  • Student wellness offerings, including counseling and social awareness programs
  • Funds for students in crisis situations, Veterans resources and the College food pantry
  • Outreach and intervention strategies to promote student success

Planned Giving FAQs

Absolutely not. We’d appreciate knowing, but the choice to tell us the amount of your gift is entirely up to you and/or your family.

It’s easy! Once you’ve added the Mid Michigan College Foundation to your estate plans contact Alexa Carey, Executive Director of the Mid Foundation, at (989) 386-6622 x183 or acarey3@midmich.edu.

Yes. It’s simple. A short phone call or meeting with your lawyer should be sufficient.

No. You have several options in addition to cash.

  • Physical assets such as a house or property
  • Financial investments such as stocks, bonds, or certificates of deposit
  • A life insurance policy or retirement plan

Forever. Plus your initial gift will grow over time, as will the amounts given in your name each year to the designation of your choice.

The Mid Michigan College Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 organization.

Our Federal Tax ID is 38-2713145.

For all other types of gifts (including equities, property, assets, planned giving, life insurance policies, etc.) contact Alexa Carey, Executive Director of the Mid Foundation, at (989) 386-6622 x183 or acarey3@midmich.edu for more specific information.

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CONTACT
Mid Michigan College Foundation

Alexa Carey
Executive Director

Call
(989) 386-6622 x183

acarey3@midmich.edu

Harrison Campus

  • Room 114

Mt. Pleasant Campus

  • Doan 107

The Mid Michigan College Foundation is the fundraising arm of the College and is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible on both a State and Federal level. Please contact your accountant for specific information.