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Power of Giving

A Celebration of Legacy & Learning

The Power of Giving brings together Richland donors, supporters, scholarship recipients, and friends of the College for an evening celebrating the people who make a difference at Richland Community College.

Guests will have the opportunity to connect with Richland scholarship recipients, celebrate the newest Howard Brown Society Annual Members and Lifetime Inductees, and honor our 2026 Foundation Award honorees.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
5:00–8:00 p.m.
Shilling Community Education Center
Richland Community College

Schedule of the Evening
5:00 PM | Cocktails & Appetizers
6:00 PM | Dinner
7:00 PM | Celebration & Program

The Evening’s Menu
Prepared and served by the talented students of Richland’s Culinary Arts Institute.

Spring Mix Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash, Dried Cranberries, Pecans, Goat Cheese & Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Grilled Petite Filet Mignon with Chimichurri Shrimp served with Whipped Potatoes and Roasted Cauliflower
Maple Vanilla Peach Bread Pudding

Celebrating Our 2026 Foundation Award Honorees

The Power of Giving is made possible by people who believe in Richland and invest in its future. Each year, the Richland Community College Foundation recognizes individuals and organizations whose generosity, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on Richland Community College and the community we serve.

Outstanding Philanthropists of the Year

Teresa & Parry Dixon

Distinguished Service Award

Myung Kim

Novak Mission Impact Award

Tom Ritter

Space is limited. Please RSVP by October 15 so we can plan for your attendance and, when possible, include those connected to your support. For questions, please contact the Foundation at 217.875.7200 ext. 6530 or by emailing foundation@richland.edu.

RSVP To the 2026 Power of Giving

Please complete the reservation below and indicate any dietary restrictions or accommodations. If you would like to bring more than one guest, please contact the Foundation at foundation@richland.edu or 217.875.7200 ext. 6350. Space is limited.

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Contact Our Team

Debbie Ellison

Executive Administrative Assistant

Foundation & Institutional Advancement

Richland Main Campus, N179

(217) 875-7200, Ext. 6350

dlelliso@richland.edu