CRC Patrons Club
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever does."
- Margaret Mead
In 1971, ten local residents met with CRC's first president to organize a group to act as liaison between the then new college and the community it would serve.
Calling themselves the Patrons Club, the members agreed to hold monthly luncheon meetings on campus, with programs to orient members to the operation and needs of the college.
As the years passed, membership grew; but the work of the Patrons Club never varied from the original goal of raising money for student scholarships and providing funds for special projects on campus. In 1972, the club donated $1,250 for scholarships and college needs. By 1974, that sum rose to $1,600. The club currently gives nearly $9,000 annually in scholarships. Click here to view a listing of scholarships that are offered by the Patrons Club. If you are a CRC student and are interested in applying for any of these scholarships please view CRC's Scholarship Information web page at: http://www.crc.losrios.edu/Community/Foundation/CRC_Foundation_Scholarships.htm
In addition to supporting scores of students with scholarships, the Patrons have financed other campus needs including choir robes, draperies, a bus shelter, library books, trophy cases, trees, helping the Child Development Center, and establishing a President's portrait gallery.
As Cosumnes River College continues to grow, so does the work of the Patrons. Members have organized a variety of activities to raise much-needed funds. They support students and remain an effective liaison between the campus and community . . . the goal of the organization when it was founded more than three decades ago.
Maureen Gormley is President of the Patrons Club for the 2012-2013 academic year.