Private support provides the margin of excellence at Bellingham Technical College through student scholarships, faculty and staff professional development and program enhancements.

The Bellingham Technical College Foundation was established in 1987 to generate private support for the benefit of Bellingham Technical College. The BTC Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization under section 501 c (3) of the IRS tax code. Your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

You may choose to make a donation that provides student scholarships or benefits a specific program. BTC Foundation accepts gifts for current use, endowment and capital projects. We would be pleased to talk with you about how you would like to support Bellingham Technical College. For more information, please contact the BTC Foundation office at (360) 752-8378.

Fifty Years Transforming Lives and Enriching Our Communities

2008 marks a very important year for the College. Fifty years ago, on April 13th, the City Superintendent of Schools presided over the official dedication of the College. At that time, we offered programs in a number of professions—practical nursing, welding, plumbing, pipe fitting, carpentry and more. By the time of the dedication, 336 students were attending day and night classes.  Today, that number is ten times larger and growing.