The President's Circle Working to empower education and inspire futures. Mission and Vision The President’s Circle at Diablo Valley College Foundation brings together a distinguished group of individuals, organizations, and businesses, each contributing an annual, unrestricted gift of $1,000 or more. This collaboration underpins our shared vision to empower our community and create a significant, lasting impact. Membership Impact and Benefits As a member of the President’s Circle, you play a pivotal role in shaping innovative educational programs that prepare our students for the challenges and opportunities of the future. Your support helps foster environments where Action Learning and Entrepreneurship thrive, enabling students to engage with real-world problems and develop cutting-edge solutions. Join the Circle

Program Giving These programs are active on our campus and can be selected for direct support via our directed giving program. Simply click on any program below and you will be taken to their giving page! Use the menu on the right to navigate our different divisions! Each division contains programs that are correlated with the general name of the division. <- Back to Menu Your donation directly empowers students and changes lives. Because of you, we're able to provide critical resources, support services, and new oppurtunites to those who need them the most. Together, we're building a stronger future - one student at a time! All Donations are tax-deductible, straightforward to set up, and profoundly meaningful! Thank you for your generous support! Donate To The DVC Retirees Association Scholarships Today! DONATE

Charley Daly Alumni Manager Charley serves as the Alumni Manager and Podcast Host for the Diablo Valley College Foundation. With a strong background in business development and community engagement, he specializes in building networks that connect alumni with current students. Charley founded the DVC Alumni Speakers Bureau to provide mentorship opportunities and share inspiring success stories through his platform. His strategic outreach has significantly grown the alumni community, fostering a supportive environment that honors the college's legacy. <- Back to Roster

Donate to DVC Supporting the Foundation 99% of our assets are restricted gifts that satisfy program requirements and restrictions. To enable us to be responsive to emergent student needs like new program creation, emergency response, and other unanticipated expenses, we rely on unrestricted gifting! From these funds, we direct a response to where the need is the greatest . Thank you for your continued support! “While I am unsure what will happen after I graduate from a four-year institution, what I do know for sure is that this scholarship and your generosity will be very helpful in assisting me to pay for tuition and living fees next year as transferring to a four-year is a very large financial commitment.” - Nathan M., Continuing Student Donate All Donations are tax-deductible, straightforward to set up, and profoundly meaningful! Empower Dreams. Bridge Gaps. Create Opportunity. Change Lives. Without Unrestricted Gifts ... We Cannot Function. Promote Your Business, Empower Our Students The Benefits of Partnership Enhance Brand Visibilty Showcase your company's commitment to education and community development. We feature our partners on our website, at events, and in our communications. Join a community of leading businesses dedicated to empowering local students. As a DVC Foundation sponsor, you'll gain valuable exposure for your brand by connecting with thousands of students, faculty, and community members. Your tax-deductible contribution directly bridges financial gaps, creates opportunity, and changes the lives of students right here in our community! Become a Sponsor Today! View Our Packages Below Title Sponsor Named "Title" sponsor of chosen sport, club, or program Receive prominent logo placement on campus, website, and social media VIP tickets to special events Performance by the Viking Ensemble at your company event Preferential access to DVC's premier meeting and event spaces $10,000 $7,500 Patron Sponsor Named "Title" sponsor of chosen sport, club, or program Receive prominent logo placement on campus, website, and social media VIP tickets to special events Performance by the Viking Ensemble at your company event Preferential access to DVC's premier meeting and event spaces $5,000 $3,750 Champion Sponsor Named "Title" sponsor of chosen sport, club, or program Receive prominent logo placement on campus, website, and social media VIP tickets to special events Performance by the Viking Ensemble at your company event Preferential access to DVC's premier meeting and event spaces $3,000 $2,250 Contact us at dvcfoundation@dvc.edu to lock in these deals! Thank You to Our Campus Wide Sponsors for Supporting Student Success! Mail Check The DVC Foundation 321 GOLF CLUB ROAD PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 Gifts of Stock, Bonds, & other Securities The DVC Foundation accepts gifts of stocks, bonds, and other securities. For any inquires or to make this type of gift, please contact us at jblair@dvc.edu Legacy Giving Include the DVC Foundation in your will, life insurance, or other estate planning options. Learn More Electronic Funds Transfer Donations made via electronic fund transfers (EFT) to the DVC Foundation are easy, secure, and fast. Please contact us at dvcfoundation@dvc.edu IRA Giving You may be able to lower the taxes from your IRA's required minimum distribution by making a donation from your IRA to the DVC Foundation. Learn More In-Kind Gifts The DVC Foundation accepts in-kind donations in the form of any product, service, or other non-cash item of monetary value. Please contact us at dvcfoundation@dvc.edu While we encourage donors to give unrestricted gifts as this allows us to focus support fluidly where the need is the greatest, such as when we had to adjust everything we did to assist students during the pandemic, we understand that some donors prefer to direct their giving to personal interests and desires. You can do so through our Directed Giving Menu !

Dr. Monica Chahal Board Member | President at Diablo Valley College Dr. Chahal serves on the Board of Directors for the Diablo Valley College Foundation in her capacity as the President of Diablo Valley College. A dedicated educational leader with over 25 years of experience, she previously served as the Vice President of Instruction at Clovis Community College and Dean of Instruction at Woodland Community College. Monica holds a Doctorate in Education from UC Davis and specializes in curriculum design, instructional strategy, and institutional growth. deeply rooted in the classroom as a former professor, she is passionate about academic excellence and creating equitable pathways for student success. <- Back to Roster

Mino Sastry Board Member | CEO at Stanford Helth Care Tri-Valley Mino serves on the Board of Directors for the Diablo Valley College Foundation and is the Chief Administrative Officer at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley. An accomplished executive with a Master’s in Public Health, he brings extensive expertise in strategic planning, business development, and hospital administration. Mino has led transformative initiatives such as the launch of the Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement program and the expansion of the Stanford Medicine Ambulatory Network. Beyond his professional achievements, he is a dedicated community advocate who served as Chairperson of the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce, working to foster local growth and connection. <- Back to Roster

Steve Fernando Board Member | Regional Sales Manager at Cisco Steve serves on the Board of Directors for the Diablo Valley College Foundation and works as a Regional Sales Manager at Cisco. With a strong foundation in electrical engineering and technical sales, he currently leads teams focused on the State, Local, and Education (SLED) markets. Steve brings over a decade of experience in the networking and semiconductor industries, having held key leadership roles at Texas Instruments and Cisco Meraki. He leverages his expertise in technology strategy and team development to support the Foundation’s goal of advancing educational opportunities for all students. <- Back to Roster

DVCF Donor Survey 1. What motivates you to donate to charitable causes in general? Personal values Connection to the cause Supporting education/community development Tax benefits Other 2. Why do you choose to donate to the Diablo Valley College Foundation specifically? 3. How did you first get involved with our foundation? 4. Do you donate to other organizations? If so, which ones and why? 5. What are your top priorities or values when selecting organizations to support? 6. How do you prefer to engage with the nonprofits you support? 7. In what ways do you feel our organization can improve to better serve your charitable giving goals? 8. Would you be open to volunteering or getting more involved beyond financial support? 9. Is there anything else you would like to share about your giving experience with us? Thank you for your time and insights! Your feedback is invaluable in helping us better understand and serve our donor community as we work to make a greater impact on the students and programs you support. Submit

Get In Touch DVCFoundation@dvc.edu 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-969-2028

< Back Campus Corners: From Foundations to Futures The New Engineering and Technology Building I’ve always appreciated the range of seasons that show up on my morning walks during the spring semester. Rain, cold, snow on Mt. Diablo, and somehow 80 degrees at 7 a.m.—all in the last month. This morning, that contrast hit differently. As I stood looking at the new Engineering and Technology Building rising out of the ground—33,000 square feet of steel and concrete taking shape—I couldn’t help but notice Mt. Diablo behind it, still covered in snow. Progress in the foreground. Something constant in the distance. I turned and walked back across campus to where these classes are being held today—in spaces that have done their job but have clearly been asked to do more than they were built for. So instead of trying to say it all, I’ll let these three images do most of the work: My walk is always a good start to the day. Today, it felt like a reminder. We can build incredible things. We can create opportunity. And we can be part of something that lasts longer than any one of us. < Previous Next >

< Back Building What Comes Next: Engineering & Technology at DVC If you walk past the construction site today, you’ll see steel, concrete, and a structure beginning to take shape. It’s impressive—but it’s not the full story. Because what’s being built at Diablo Valley College isn’t just a building. It’s a place where ideas turn into action. Slated to open in Fall 2027, the new Engineering & Technology Building will become the hub for applied learning at DVC—a space where students design, build, test, and solve real-world problems alongside faculty and industry partners.  Shape From Structure to Experience The building itself is already funded and under construction. What comes next—and where the DVC Foundation will play a key role—is ensuring that when the doors open, students step into a space that is fully equipped for hands-on learning from day one. That means taking a thoughtful look at what’s needed inside the building—tools, technology, and learning environments that bring the space to life. From CNC and machine labs to 3D printing, robotics, and collaborative design studios, the goal is simple: create an environment where students don’t just learn about the work—they do the work.  Why This Matters At DVC, engineering and technology education has always been grounded in real experience. Students build. They test. They problem-solve. They learn by doing. And they move forward ready—for transfer, for careers, and for industries that continue to evolve right here in our region. This new building is an opportunity to expand that experience—to give more students access to the kind of learning that prepares them for what’s next. Where We Are Right Now We are in the early planning stages—working with faculty, industry partners, and campus leaders to assess what it will take to fully activate this building as a true center for applied learning and innovation. In the months ahead, that work will take shape into a defined campaign effort. But before that happens, there’s an important step: listening, connecting, and building the right group of partners who see the potential of what this space can become. An Invitation If you’re an alumnus who benefited from engineering or technology learning at DVC… If you’re part of an industry that depends on a skilled, hands-on workforce… If you believe that students should graduate ready to contribute on day one… We’d value your perspective. This is a moment to share ideas, make connections, and help shape what this building becomes—not just for opening day, but for the students who will learn here for years to come. Click here to connect with us and be part of the conversation. The Work Ahead Right now, it’s a construction site. Soon, it will be a place where students get their hands on the tools, technologies, and experiences that define their future. The structure is rising. Now we begin the work of bringing it to life—together. < Previous Next >

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