GBC Foundation
The Great Basin College (GBC) Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to advancing GBC’s mission to transform lives through education. Guided by a volunteer Board of Trustees, the Foundation secures funding to support students, faculty, and programs at GBC.
In July 2024, Dr. Amber Donnelli was appointed interim president at GBC. Under her leadership, the GBC Foundation remains focused on strengthening and enhancing educational opportunities and expanding community engagement. We’ve been hard at work with lots of exciting events, initiatives and ways for you, our community, to get involved.
This year, we celebrated the grand opening of the Nevada Gold Mines Welding Technology Lab, a state-of-the-art facility that has doubled the capacity of our welding program, equipping students with the skills needed for in-demand careers.
This spring, we also launched an accelerated respiratory therapy program in collaboration with Renown Health. Enrollment is open on the Elko and Winnemucca as well as in Reno at Renown, addressing critical healthcare needs in our local communities.
At Great Basin College, we’re continuously growing and innovating. We’ve hosted town halls to connect with stakeholders, and our administration has been actively meeting with legislators, state task forces and other key leaders to ensure a bright future for our rural students and programs. As we grow, we’re also expanding opportunities for donors to engage with the college and support students and programs with impactful gifts.
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Women Empowering Women as the charity partner for this year’s Bloom Where You’re Planted event. It’s sure to be an inspiring evening of growth, positivity and connection, all while supporting a cause that truly matters.
In addition, we’re bringing back Beats and Bites, our popular summer food truck series. This year, we’re extending the event to run from May to September, every fourth Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. Savor bites from local and visiting food trucks, let the kids enjoy free activities and games, and relax with live music from talented entertainers. This is one event you won’t want to miss!
Our annual GBC Foundation Golf Classic is scheduled for Aug. 2 at Ruby View Golf Course. This year, we’ve upped the ante with our biggest contest ever- one lucky winner will have the chance to take a shot for a $1 million cash prize! The event also features a putting contest, where the winner will take home a 7-night resort stay and a shot at a $10,000 cash prize. Due to last year’s sellout, we’ve expanded capacity to accommodate even more golfers this year. Join us for a fun-filled day and golf for good.
If you’re excited about the growth and innovation happening at Great Basin College, we invite you to be part of our mission. Whether by attending an event, joining an advisory committee, or making a meaningful donation, your support helps provide affordable education, workforce training, and transformative resources that strengthen our community. Together, we’re providing access to affordable education, workforce training and resources that transform lives and strengthen our community.