Our Mission

Southwestern Illinois College Foundation empowers student success and strengthens regional workforce and economic growth through private donations and community partnerships.

The Southwestern Illinois College Foundation envisions a future where education is accessible, equitable, and driven by community partnerships, leading to transformative opportunities for students and the entire region.

Contact the Foundation

Southwestern Illinois College Foundation
2500 Carlyle Avenue
Belleville, Illinois 62221
Main Complex, Room 2240

Phone: 618-235-2700, ext. 5215
Toll Free: 866-942-SWIC (7942), ext. 5215

Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Staff

Rena Thoele
Executive Director
ext. 5647
rena.thoele@swic.edu

Angie McVey
Senior Coordinator College Advancement
ext. 5663
angela.mcvey@swic.edu

Sandy Joyce
Scholarship Assistant
ext. 5518
sandy.joyce@swic.edu

Board of Directors

Board Members

Norma Bellcoff, Board Chair

Jeanne Dalman

Matthew Gomric – Finance Committee Chair

Sam Hanger – Finance Committee Vice Chair

Stan Hatfield

Sue Hoffmann – Board Vice Chair

Dr. Elizabeth Johns

Thomas Mulherin

Bob Novack

Ex-Officio Members

Nick Mance
College President

Nick Raftopoulos
Chair – Board of Trustees

Bernie Ysursa
Chief Administrative Services Officer

Margot Middleton-Holt
Foundation Treasurer

Legal and Tax Information

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Our official corporate name is Southwestern Illinois College Foundation.

This name should be used in all legal documents. Gifts to the Southwestern Illinois College Foundation qualify as charitable contributions to an IRS Section 501(C)(3) organization for federal estate and gift tax purposes.