Invest in Florida’s Workforce
The mission of the Florida College System is to provide access to high-quality, affordable academic and career educational programs that maximize student learning and success, develop a globally competitive workforce and respond rapidly to diverse state and community needs. Your company’s monetary gift to The Florida College System Foundation will leverage the donation ensuring a strong and dependable workforce.
The foundation is proud to be a 501(c)(3), awarding more than $1 million annually serving over 2,000 students with an average scholarship of $500.
Health Science
135,651 job openings through 2028
FCS is training students to work in:
• Nursing & Allied Health
• Therapeutic Services
• Diagnostic Services
• Health Informatics
• Support Services
• Biotechnology Research & Development
Cyber Security & Data Sciences
15,131 job openings through 2028
FCS is training students to work in these fields and more:
• Applied Info Technology
• Game, Simulation, or Animation
• Help Desk Support Technician
• Computer Programming Specialist
Logistics, Automation & Artificial intelligence
13,922 job openings through 2028
FCS is training students for careers such as:
• Aircraft or Airframe Mechanics
• Automotive service Technology
• Airport Management
• Logistics and Transportation Specialist
• Passenger Service Agent
Manufacturing & Engineering Technology
70,002 job openings through 2028
FCS is training students to work in:
• Production
• Manufacturing Production Process Development
• Maintenance, Installation & Repair
• Quality Assurance
• Logistics & Inventory Control
• Health, Safety & Environmental Assurance
Support Florida’s Industry
As the primary access point to higher education in Florida; the Florida College System trains students on pathways to high-skilled jobs. The average annual earnings for college system graduates in Associate of Science degree programs is $49,224.
Build on a Foundation of Excellence
The Florida College System is the primary access point to higher education for Floridians, including recent high school graduates and returning adult students. The 28 member colleges of the Florida College System respond quickly and efficiently to meet the demand of employers by aligning certificate and degree programs with regional workforce needs.
Tomorrow’s Workforce Starts Today
Email Judy Green or call (850) 245-9494 to learn how your financial donation can make a difference in students lives today and a positive impact on your industry tomorrow.
Featured Partners
Thank you for your generous support, which eases students’ financial burdens and allows them to graduate on time, entering the workforce sooner.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
Our statewide partners focus on students who are the first in their families to attend college, while others have given endowments to students enrolled in our nursing and allied health programs. The Board of Directors will align your industries needs with the mission of the Florida College System and Florida’s workforce. The system and the foundation is a valuable partner to employers, a life changer for students and a major contributor to Florida’s economy.
Our statewide partners connect students’ needs with resources to build bridges that help them succeed and enter the workforce.
Susan Tower
Executive Director
Florida Blue
“For more than 15 years, the Florida Blue nursing and allied health endowed scholarship aims to address Florida’s nursing shortage. The need for health professionals is even more critical now than ever, and Florida Blue is proud our investment continues to support the education of our future workforce.”
Governor Ron DeSantis
Governor
State of Florida
“The more that we invest in workforce education, the more we see companies moving to our state because they know they will have access to a talent pool unlike any other state in the nation.”
Paul J. Luna
President and CEO
Helios Education Foundation
“Education changes lives and strengthens communities. Helios is proud to support educational equity for all students, particularly first-generation students, by alleviating a portion of the financial burden through this scholarship.”