������ supporters gathered on Saturday, May 30 at the Sylvania Campus Performing Arts Center for an evening of connection, celebration, and fundraising at the annual “Together for Tomorrow” event hosted by the ������Foundation and presented by Comcast. The event raised $340,420 to support student scholarships.

“It was inspiring to be surrounded by so many people who care deeply about creating opportunities for ������students,” said Foundation Executive Director Christina Kline. “The funds raised will help more students succeed by removing financial barriers and providing critical support when they need it most.”

Attendees arrived to find the Performing Arts Center courtyard transformed into a vibrant pavilion, where they mixed and mingled while enjoying delicious food, handcrafted beverages, and exuberant music from ������student before moving to the theater auditorium for an inspiring program of storytelling and collective support.

Kianalia Towle, a ������veterinary technology student and scholarship recipient, shared her story of overcoming numerous challenges to pursue her dream career through a and personal message to the audience.

“My time at ������ has taught me that resilience isn’t built alone. It grows when people show up for each other. The scholarships I received gave me something I hadn’t felt in a long time: Relief,” explained Towle. “But more than that, those scholarships told me something I desperately needed to hear: That my future was still possible. That someone believed in me. And that kind of belief can change a person.”

A number of prominent ������supporters and community leaders contributed additional remarks throughout the evening, including Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, Senior Director of Government and Community Affairs for Comcast, Tim Goodman; ������Acting President Dr. Katy Ho, Foundation Executive Director Christina Kline, and Foundation Board President Jans Dykhouse. Josh Laurie, dean of college success programs, served as emcee, and benefit auctioneer Kelly Russell led the special appeal.

The night ended with desserts, dancing, and a brighter future ahead for more ������students.

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Together for Tomorrow 2025: A New Era of Community Support

On May 17, 2025, Together for Tomorrow raised $326,640 for student success!

������ supporters came together in a powerful show of generosity on Saturday, May 17, raising $326,640 at Together for Tomorrow, a new celebration hosted by the ������Foundation at the Sylvania Campus and presented by Comcast. The funds will directly support Bridges to the Future scholarships and other critical student needs.

This lively event marked a fresh chapter for PCC’s annual fundraiser, replacing the traditional gala with a vibrant, on-campus celebration designed to foster connection, expand access, and ground the experience in the heart of PCC’s community. Festive party tents transformed the Performing Arts Center courtyard into a full-scale celebration where attendees enjoyed an expansive spread of delicious fare, custom cocktails, and an endorphin-pumping soundtrack from , a ������student and DJ for several of Portland’s pro sports teams.

At the heart of the evening were powerful student stories that illustrated the real-world impact of scholarship support. Jonathan Bennett Watson, a ������alum now studying engineering at Oregon State University, spoke about his experience of how his scholarship helped him prioritize his studies:

“The Bridges to the Future scholarship allowed me to reduce my work hours and focus on my education. That time — that space — changed everything for me. No longer were assignments just tasks to complete. They were puzzles to solve. Challenges to embrace. This shift in mindset pushed me to reach my full potential.”

Additional moments of inspiration came through video storytelling. shared how she overcame a difficult childhood to thrive with the help of scholarship support. In another video, showed how the ������Foundation expands access to education, strengthens student supports, and ignites workforce opportunities across the region.

The evening opened with a rousing performance by the Rex Putnam High School Indoor Percussion, and featured remarks from ������President Dr. Adrien L. Bennings, Foundation Executive Director Christina Kline, Foundation Board President Kim Morgan, and Rebecca Brown, Senior Director of Community Impact at Comcast, the event’s presenting sponsor. Sama Shagaga, Foundation Trustee, served as emcee, and benefit auctioneer Kelly Russell led the special appeal.

“The funds raised will have a transformative impact for students,” said Christina Kline. “It’s truly inspiring to be in community with so many people who believe in the power of education to change lives — people who understand that the future we want is one we build together.”

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