Rio Salado Collge

HELP MAKE THE DREAM OF EDUCATION A REALITY
One of the major barriers to a college education today is cost. Many students struggle to afford tuition because other expenses — rent, grocery and utility bills, medical care, and child care — take precedence. That’s where you can make a difference! Rio Salado College offers several opportunities to help students realize their potential.

Rio Salado College's Fundraising Priorities

Bachelor's Degree Scholarships

Supports students seeking one of Rio’s two degrees (Public Safety Administration and Elementary and Special Education).

Jo C. Bennett/ Assistance Fund

Supports a Rio Salado College student when there is an immediate financial need to prevent situations that may cause the student to drop out of college.

Dual Enrollment Scholarships

Provides scholarships and funding for a motivated, underserved population who wish to advance their college education and reach their academic goals.

Greatest Need Fund

Supports programs, projects, activities, scholarships, or initiatives that impact the college and/or its students.

Incarcerated Re-Entry Technology

Funding technology and program costs are crucial to expanding opportunities to help students gain the skills needed to successfully reintegrate into society and positively impact their communities.

Rio NXT/Open Educational Resources (OER)

Supports increasing accessibility to the next generation digital learning environment and resources to enhance student success.

RSC Tempe Workforce

Supports scholarships and program funds for eligible students pursuing workforce credentials.

Other Opportunities

Support other programs at Rio Salado College as part of the EmpowerED campaign.

 

Maricopa Community College employees can donate through payroll deduction, here.

See how this campaign addresses student needs and workforce readiness.

Download Case for Support

Christina Joyner, 2024 Scholarship Recipient

“Receiving a scholarship has benefitted my education greatly. With additional financial resources, I will be in a position to purchase a much-needed laptop for my courses. Going back to school has truly been a positive in my life and I hope my degree will lead to a permanent position as a teacher.”