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Empower Students to Build a Brighter Future at Thaddeus Stevens College

Your generosity changes lives. By donating today, you provide scholarships, cutting-edge training, and essential resources, giving our students the tools to transform their futures. 

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Direct Donation 

Your direct gift—whether cash, securities, or recurring donations—creates immediate opportunities for students to thrive by funding scholarships, innovative programs, and success initiatives. 

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Estate Giving

Create a lasting legacy with a planned gift through your will or estate. Your generosity will empower future generations of students and ensure the enduring success of Thaddeus Stevens College.

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Gifts of Equipment, Tools, and Supplies

In-kind gifts—such as equipment, vehicles, and tools—give students access to hands-on learning with cutting-edge technology and industry-standard resources. Your contribution fuels innovation and maximizes the College’s impact.

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EITC Tax Credit 

Pennsylvania businesses can turn tax credits into life-changing opportunities for students by supporting approved educational programs. Contributions foster K-12 innovation and strengthen the future workforce across the Commonwealth..  

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Scholarships 

Transform lives by supporting an existing scholarship or creating one in honor of a loved one. Your gift removes financial barriers, enabling students to excel in their education and achieve their dreams.

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Give Your Energy 

Your time and expertise are invaluable to the success of Thaddeus Stevens College. Whether volunteering or sharing your professional insights, you can play a vital role in shaping students’ futures. Learn more about how to get involved on our business and industry page.

Areas of Greatest Need 

Since 1905, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology has been committed to equity and education. By contributing through our Foundation, you or your business can support this legacy and directly impact the lives of our students. All gifts are tax-deductible.

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  • Champion a Major: Make annual donations to a specific program fund to go toward the latest machinery and technology, providing students with valuable hands-on training and workforce readiness skills. 
  • Student Home Construction Program Leader: Contribute gifts of land, materials or cash to support this impactful hands-on learning initiative. 
  • Endowed or Annual Scholarships: Provide qualifying students with crucial financial support. 
  • Capital Expansion Projects and Naming Opportunities: Invest in current and future capital expansion projects, including program technology, student activities, support services, classrooms, conference, and administrative centers. 
  • Endow a Program, Department Chair, or Faculty Position: Ensure our technology programs’ long-term sustainability and growth. 
  • Dual Enrollment Program Support: Help local high school students earn both high school and college credits by taking advanced courses at Thaddeus Stevens College. 
  • Library and Athletics Programs: Provide resources to enrich our library and athletics offerings. 
  • Student Leadership Programs: Support student activities in Skills USA and other leadership initiatives. 
  • Tool Sponsorship: Fund essential tools of the trade required for students’ courses.

These are just a few of the many ways you can support Thaddeus Stevens College. Please reach out to our Advancement team at Foundation@stevenscollege.edu for more information. 

Annual Report 

You can view recent annual reports here. 

Thaddeus Stevens Foundation Board Leadership 

Purpose: The Foundation’s purpose is to work collaboratively to attract and secure the sustainable financial resources and relationships necessary to make the college an accessible, world-class institution. 

 Vision: The Foundation is a leader in the field and generates resources annually to support student success and positively impact the lives of all those touched by the Thaddeus Stevens mission.

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Board of Directors 

Officers 

Scott Trower ’80, Chair 
Megan Y. Caldwell ’02, Secretary 
Jeff Tankesley, Treasurer 

Members 

Peter Caddick
Dan Cicala
Bradley Farquhar
Bob Garrett ’78
Todd Hardy ’11
Lynn Hocker
Ron Johnson
Igor Kuzmenko
April Lausch ’97
Shawn Magner ’04
Dr. Pedro Rivera, Ed.D Shannon Stump
John Yurchak ’60

Contact the Office of Advancement

Mailing address

740 East End Ave. Lancaster, PA 17602-3714 

Pam Smith
Vice President of College Advancement 

Jenny Germann 
Foundation Executive Director 

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Austin Grant, Store Manager

Mary Saionz-Shaffer
Chief Development Officer 

Warren Taylor
Outreach and Engagement Coordinator