Portland Community College Foundation

Kianalia (Kai) Towle is a veterinary technology student and mother who also works full-time at an emergency veterinary hospital. While pursuing her education, she has faced profound challenges, yet continues to persevere with grace and purpose – and the help of a PCC Foundation scholarship.

We're honored to have Kai share her remarkable story at our "Together for Tomorrow" event on May 30 — learn more and join us at pcc.edu/togetherfortomorrow!

Our annual celebration of community, connection, and impact is coming up on May 30! 🎉

We’re gathering at PCC’s Sylvania Campus for "Together for Tomorrow" — an event that’s equal parts meaningful and fun, with great food, refreshing drinks, and a few surprises woven in along the way.

Don't miss this chance to connect with others who care about PCC, experience the impact of your support firsthand, and help expand access for students — all in one memorable evening.

👉️ Get your ticket today at pcc.edu/togetherfortomorrow!

📸 Photo: "Together for Tomorrow," 2025.

Scholarship applications for new high school graduates are open now through May 15! Help is available to prepare your application. Details below:

🎓 PCC Foundation scholarship applications for high school grads are open May 1-15.
💁 Virtual workshops and help sessions run through May 15.
💻 Learn more and apply at pcc.edu/foundation-scholarships.

“My path hasn’t always been a straight one, but along the way, I kept learning and giving back... That’s why I started the “Left Turn” Scholarship: to support students who, like me, discovered their first path wasn’t quite the right fit."

Laurel Dickie, a PCC alum, understands the challenge of starting over in a new career and is committed to helping others. Through the PCC Foundation, she created a scholarship to support students whose journeys take unexpected turns. Laurel has also included a future gift to the Foundation through her estate plans as a member of the Amo DeBernadis Legacy Society.

Read Laurel's story: pcc.edu/laurel