Northland Pioneer College's AZ Gives Day Fundraiser Aims to Raise $50,000 for Local Student Scholarships

Northland Pioneer College (NPC) Friends and Family is organizing a fundraising event on AZ Gives Day, April 2. The event aims to support NPC's mission of providing education to students in northeast Arizona, including Navajo and Apache counties. This year's event is significant as it celebrates NPC's 50th Anniversary, with a fundraising goal of $50,000 for student scholarships.

NPC Friends and Family is dedicated to helping students achieve their educational goals by overcoming financial challenges. Betsy Wilson, the group's executive director, stressed the importance of education in addressing poverty in the college's service area. She noted that NPC graduates are increasing their income, becoming less reliant on welfare, and demonstrating that a college degree is achievable.

Melanie Francis, a medical assistant major from Chinle, AZ, is one such student. Despite financial difficulties, Francis has secured several scholarships from NPC Friends and Family and is on track to graduate with an associate degree in May.

The fundraising event has received substantial community support over the past nine years. Last year, NPC ranked second in the category of Most Dollars Raised by a Mid-Sized Non-Profit, earning an additional $3,000. Chris Corbin made a significant donation of $6,000 on behalf of The House restaurant in Show Low, which annually funds three full-year NPC tuition scholarships for local high school graduates.

The “NPC On The House” scholarship application is open until April 18. Wilson encourages donations of any amount, stating that all contributions can help NPC students pursue a college education. Donations can be made during the 24-hour AZ Gives event on April 2.

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