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Few Institutions Impact Lives and Local Economies like Bladen Community College
Bladen Community College changes lives—especially those facing the greatest challenges. Our graduates go on to become teachers, technicians, nurses, and community leaders. Every dollar given to BCC creates lasting impact—an investment with lifelong returns.
Historically funded by public support and tuition, community colleges now face rising costs, enrollment shifts, and reduced government funding. As a result, colleges like BCC are increasingly relying on their foundations to maintain excellence and access.
The Bladen Community College Foundation offers flexible giving options. You can contribute to the general fund or choose to support a specific scholarship, program, or naming opportunity.
Whether restricted or unrestricted, your gift helps us meet critical needs and empower students to succeed. To give, visit the “Donate” link on the BCC website.
We invite you to explore how your support can make a lasting difference at Bladen Community College.
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About BCC Foundation
Bladen Community College is dedicated to delivering a great education, but we also desire to share the best overall experience possible for each of our students.
Ambassador Program
The BCC Student Ambassador Program is comprised of a diverse group of students who serve as leaders on campus.
Alumni Association
When you graduate, we know your story is just beginning and we want to stay in touch!
Volunteering & Mentoring
Our donor community is full of talented people. When folks donate their time talent and treasure, it certainly does not go unnoticed.
Featured Scholarship Opportunities
James Byron “J.B.” Priest, Jr. Memorial Agribusiness Endowed Scholarship
The purpose of the James Byron “J.B.” Priest Jr. Memorial Agriculture Scholarship Fund is to provide a scholarship to a student at Bladen Community College, Dublin, NC, who plans to pursue a degree in an agribusiness related field.
To qualify as a recipient for the James Byron “J.B.” Priest, Jr. Memorial Agribusiness Endowed Scholarship, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
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Be a Bladen County resident.
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Be enrolled as a full-time student in the Agribusiness program.
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Submit a scholarship application.
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Maintain a 2.5 grade point average.
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Continue enrollment for the duration of the scholarship.
Four County EMC Scholarship
The Four County EMC awards scholarship in all four counties which they serve. It was established to give assistance to students who are residents of Bladen County, Duplin County, Pender County, and Sampson County.
Scholarship Criteria:
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Maintain a 2.5 GPA.
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Be a full-time student (12 credit hours per semester).
Golden LEAF Scholarship
Two-Year Colleges is funded through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation, a nonprofit organization established in 1999 to help transform North Carolina’s economy. The scholars program provides funds up to $750 per semester for curriculum students and up to $250 for occupational education students. Participating colleges may vary; therefore, students are encouraged to check with the financial aid office at their college to see if the college is taking part in the program.
To be considered for this award, students must:
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Be enrolled in a North Carolina community college during the current academic year.
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Be a permanent resident of a qualifying rural county that is economically distressed (Tier I or II) and/or tobacco dependent.
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Demonstrate financial need.
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Curriculum students will be selected based on their financial need as reported in their Free Application for Student Assistance (FAFSA). Degree seeking students must be enrolled as a full-time student in order to receive the maximum scholarship award. Grants for less than full-time will be prorated based on hours of enrollment.
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Occupational Education students must demonstrate financial need under the federal TRIO formula and be enrolled in a credentialing program of at least 96 hours.
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Selection factors include:
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The effect of the declining economy on his or her family
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Owned or employed in farming/agriculture business
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Owned or employed in traditional industries (such as textile or furniture manufacturing)
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Household member lost their job or gone from full-time to part-time employment
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Academic performance
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Campus activities and community service