Focuses on the impact of federal policies and programs on community colleges. Suggests that community colleges have not provided vital information to be used by federal agencies to improve resource allocation and, ultimately, institutional impact. Reviews trends in federal programs and policies. (DMM)

Predicts difficult times ahead for small/rural community colleges. Maintains community college leadership must set examples of positivism, high quality services and programs, and concentrate on maintaining a productive instructional climate; meet community needs; enhance delivery of instruction and resources; use financial resources effectively;…

Presents the results of a 1980 study of community college foundations. Reports an increase in the number of foundations and total assets and that actual dollar support is evident. Recognizes the possibility of private funding as a stop-gap between higher education's expanding financial needs and regular funding sources. (DMM)

Presents key results of a survey of California community college presidents with regard to the impact of Proposition 13 on operating budgets, enrollment changes, specific areas suffering substantial reduction, fees, and other related issues. (AYC)

Considers the future of community colleges in relation to diminishing revenues, rising costs, and declining enrollments, urging a strong federal policy in support of higher education. (MB)

Discusses the ramifications of Proposition 13 in light of cut-backs to community college personnel, programs, and services. Underscores that no aura surrounds the community college. Stresses that the days of unlimited availability of funds for community colleges have ceased. (CM)

Discusses the interdistrict inequities that exist in financing community colleges in California, Illinois, New Jersey, and Mississippi--four states in which districts contribute substantial revenues to local institutions. Links the problems of equity and adequacy that are intensified by increasing costs, declining enrollments, and the increase of…

Discusses how Moreau Catholic High School has had a 290% growth in a 3-4 year period. Author attributes this to (1) insightful board of trustees; (2) fundraising achieved through friendship; (3) providing individual opportunities for advancing the school; and (4) focusing on principles of Christian stewardship, philanthropy, collaboration, and…

Describes the development and organization of the four campuses of Delaware Technical and Community College. Summarizes recent developments, such as the implementation of a renewed college-wide planning process and a focus on a system-wide mission, rather than campus-based goals. Reviews current college program offerings, enrollments, and budget.…

Describes strategies and organizational patterns that community colleges have used successfully to solicit corporate funds. Recommends organizational changes to increase the effectiveness of college fund-raising efforts. Suggests responses to skeptical questions about the need for and use of solicited funds. (DMM)

Offers advice drawn from the experiences of Florida Community College at Jacksonville to assist other colleges in reducing the financial risks of performance contracting. Explains the differences between performance contracts and grants, discusses the issues of flexibility and accountability, and offers guidelines on proposal development and…

Presents results of a survey of 100 randomly selected community college trustees, focusing on respondents' characteristics and views on funding, governance, and educational issues. Reports strong agreement that states should provide most community college funding and strong disagreement that boards should be involved in college administration and…

Presents a study analyzing voluntary resource sharing practices in a state population of 49 community colleges. Asserts that while resource sharing has been used primarily to solve short-term needs, it should be integrated in strategic and long-term fiscal planning. (JDI)

States that, while community colleges have expanded their programs and services over the past 20 years, certain federal agencies have begun issuing regulations that challenge the rights of colleges to conduct some activities as part of their nonprofit status. Urges institutions to examine the legal and financial implications that might confront…

Over the past 2 decades, personal appeals, annual campaigns, internal-giving programs, phone drives, mailings, and planned giving have been successfully employed by a number of community colleges. Voluntary support has made a significant difference in the funding of programs, buildings, equipment, and scholarships that would not otherwise be…