Developing Resources for Student Success

The LMC Office of College Advancement provides leadership in identifying, securing and managing resources (financial gifts, grants and program contracts) which promote student, employee and community learning, enabling the college to fulfill its mission, vision and Educational Master Plan goals .  To view the 10-year Educational Master Plan.doc (click here).

Keeping highly attuned with the direction and priorities of the college and the community, the Office of College Advancement works to identify and secure resources to support student success. Working closely with faculty, staff, and community partners, the Office of College Advancement encourages and facilitates innovation and continous improvement of LMC's program and services. .

Our Programs and Services

Grants Development and Services

We provide assistance to faculty and staff in obtaining grant funding for proposals which advance the mission, vision and strategic goals of the the college. We provide the campus with information about public and private funding opportunities, facilitate the development and submission of quality proposals, and assist with the management of funded proposals. For more information, go to Grants Development and Services

The LMC Foundation

The LMC Foundation, an independent, non-profit organization, provides the community with opportunities to invest in LMC through various tax-deductible programs such as Annual Giving, LMC's Alumni Association, Student Scholarships, Planned Giving, and Special Events.

For more information on the Foundation, go to: http://www.losmedanos.edu/newsitepages/foundation/default.asp

For more information about Scholarships, go to:Los Medanos College - Scholarships

Professional Development

The Office of College Advancement coordinates professional development for Los Medanos College staff and faculty. Go to Professional Development for more information. It also serves as a liaison with the CCCC District Staff Development program. At this time, the coordination of Flex Activities are transitioning from The Office of Instruction to the Office of College Advancement. Training opportunities can be found at the Flex for Faculty and Staff webpage.

Contract Ed and Community Services

We contract with business, industry and government agencies to provide specialized courses and training which enhance employee skills, promote the economic development of the community, and create effective collaborative partnerships.  For more information, contact the Office of College Advancement.