Ingram State Technical College Foundation

Overview

The Ingram State Technical College Foundation is a U.S. nonprofit organization supporting Ingram State Technical College (ISTC), which exclusively serves incarcerated individuals in the Alabama prison system and those under supervised release. The foundation aims to enhance educational opportunities and resources for students of ISTC.

Purpose and Activities

The Ingram State Technical College Foundation focuses on providing financial support to offset educational costs and enhance activities that foster success among ISTC students. By offering such opportunities, the foundation contributes to reducing recidivism rates in Alabama by equipping individuals with vocational skills and education necessary for reintegration into society.

Revenue and Financials

As of 2023, the foundation reported total revenues of $112,198, primarily derived from grants, contributions, and fundraising events. Net income from gaming activities and fundraising events combined was $63,041. The foundation's expenses for the year totaled $61,400. It held total assets worth $122,000 and had no reported liabilities[1][5].

Support and Grants

The foundation receives support from various grantmakers. Notable contributors include the Central Alabama Community Foundation, The Daniel Foundation of Alabama, and AmazonSmile Foundation[1]. These contributions enable the foundation to offer more substantial support to ISTC students.

Affiliation with Ingram State Technical College

Ingram State Technical College is the only accredited post-secondary institution in Alabama exclusively serving the justice-involved population. It provides adult education, career technical programming, and soft skills training to facilitate a smoother transition back into society for its students[3][4]. The college is led by President Annette Funderburk, who has been instrumental in its development and community engagement[2].

[1] https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/ingram-state-technical-college-foundation,465064604/ [2] https://www.istc.edu/page/about [3] https://www.istc.edu [4] https://www.ache.edu/index.php/hzn_2yr_ing/ [5] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/465064604