The Gene and Marlene Epstein Humanitarian Fund announced the milestone donation through the Bucks County Community College Foundation.
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NEWTOWN, PA — One hundred Bucks County high school graduates will receive scholarships to attend the Bucks County Community College thanks to a $200,000 milestone donation from Bucks County philanthropists Gene and Marlene Epstein.
Demonstrating their commitment to helping students in need earn a degree or credential, the Bucks County couple was on hand July 6 to present the donation from the Epstein Humanitarian Fund to the Bucks County Community College Foundation, which will administer the scholarship opportunity on behalf of the college.
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“Figuring out how to pay for college should not be a barrier for a person who wants to make a better life for themselves. We want every student in Bucks County to know that there is a path forward for them at Bucks County Community College, and this scholarship will help you get started today. Don’t think you can afford college? Well now you can!” says Gene Epstein, long-time supporter and advocate of the Bucks County Community College.
On hand to ceremoniously accept the donation were Dr. Felicia L. Ganther, President of the Bucks County Community College, and Christina Kahmar, executive director of the foundation, and interim associate vice president of advancement at the college.
“We are honored and gratified by the generosity of Gene and Marlene. Their support of our students enables us to stand firm on our mission of providing accessible educational opportunities for our community,” said Dr. Ganther.
Through the donation, the Gene & Marlene Epstein Humanitarian Fund will award 100 scholarships to students who have a financial need. In combination with financial aid packages, the fund will result in full scholarships. The full scholarship awards will be announced by the college’s Foundation by the start of the fall semester which begins on August 23.
Scholarship eligibility will be based on financial need and is for recent high school graduates from Lower Bucks County. For consideration, students must visit bucks.edu, apply for admission, and complete a FAFSA application. College admission counselors are available in person and virtually for consultations and for support in applying to Bucks.
“Every student’s story is different, but the financial gap in paying for college is still apparent. Through the generosity of Gene and Marlene Epstein, a student can earn achieve greater success in college without a financial burden,” says Dr. Rodney Altemose, Associate Vice President of Student Affairs.
Gene and Marlene Epstein have been generous donors to the college for many years. In 2017, the
Foundation in collaboration with the College’s Board of Trustees dedicated the College’s Bristol
campus as the Gene and Marlene Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks.
“We are grateful for their commitment to helping others and serving the Bucks County community. Gene’s motto is, ‘What can I do to make someone’s life better today?’ Every day, through their philanthropy and advocacy, they answer this question with intention and with pride.” says Kahmar.
For more information about the scholarship, contact scholarships@bucks.edu or 215-968-
8416.
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