MacArthur Foundation

The Douglas MacArthur State Technical College Foundation ("MacArthur Foundation") was incorporated on October 28, 1985, to assist and aid Douglas MacArthur State Technical College in fulfilling and performing its educational and public service programs and activities. Following the merger with Lurleen B. Wallace State Junior College in 2003, the Foundation continued its role with the consolidated institution, Today, through the generosity of donors, the MacArthur Foundation funds several scholarships annually for students attending LBW Community College - MacArthur Campus in Opp.

Non-Profit Status

The MacArthur Foundation is a tax-exempt organization described in Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Contributions are tax deductible.

Governance

A volunteer board of directors composed of local citizens governs all aspects of the foundation, including fundraising, investments, and scholarship distributions.

Directors of the Foundation are dedicated to providing leadership with integrity for the preservation of endowments, growth of investments, and aiding the financial needs of students attending LBWCC-MacArthur Campus.

Scholarships

Many students attending LBWCC-MacArthur Campus are the first in their family to attend college, or pursue any type of formal education beyond high school.

Even though tuition at LBWCC is a fraction of the cost of that at universities, the cost can still pose a financial hardship for some. By providing scholarships, the MacArthur Foundation can make a difference in whether or not a student can attend and/or complete a technical program.

The deadline for scholarship applications is usually around the first of March each year, including non-traditional scholarships for students age 21 or older or who have been out of school for at least one year and dual enrollment scholarships for high school students.

Endowments

Create a legacy by establishing an endowed scholarship. Monies donated for an endowment remain untouched, with investment interest used to fund scholarships.

The first step to creating an endowment is to contact a member of the MacArthur Foundation Board of Directors, or simply call representatives of LBW Community College. Contact information is listed below.

How you can help

The MacArthur Foundation is funded entirely by donations and gifts from caring donors who are committed to helping students. All gifts are entirely tax deductible.

There are many ways a donation can be made:
- Donations from individuals or community organizations
- Corporate support from the business community
- Planned giving -- gifts arranged now but taking effect in the future, such as bequests

Other giving includes:
Tribute gifts are nice ways to recognize others. For donations of $25 or more, the Foundation informs the family or honoree of the donor's kindness with a card, but the amount of the gift is kept confidential.
In Memory -- Take time to remember or honor a loved one, someone you treasured, with a memorial gift.
In Honor -- A gift can be made on behalf of a friend, colleague, or loved one, or to salute a special occasion such as birthday, anniversary, retirement, or graduation.
Life Insurance -- The MacArthur Foundation may be named the beneficiary in a life insurance policy. A suggestion is a permanent type of life insurance where the donor need only sustain the policy for a minimum number of years until the policy dividends are equal to the annual premium.
Legacies -- An excellent way to perpetuate a cause you believe in through a properly executed Last Will and Testament.

Scholarships

With combined funding from the MacArthur Foundation, LBW Community College Foundation and Wells Fargo Foundation, Dual Enrollment scholarships are awarded every year to high school students taking courses that count toward both high school and college credit. For the current academic year, $15,000 in Dual Enrollment Scholarships were awarded.

For the 2012-2013 academic year, Non-Traditional Scholarship Applications are due March 1, 2012, and Dual enrollment Scholarship Applications are due March 30, 2012. For an information sheet regarding dual enrollment scholarships, click here.

Contact information

For more information on the MacArthur Foundation and its programs, or to make a donation to the Foundation, please contact:

Renée LeMaire                                     Or                                    Sabrina Cobb
Foundation Liaison                                                                    Foundation Specialist
P.O. Drawer 1418                                                                        P.O. Box 1418
Andalusia, AL 36420                                                                  Andalusia, AL 36420
(334) 881-2320                                                                            (334) 881-2306
or by email at rlemaire@lbwcc.edu.                                        or by email at scobb@lbwcc.edu