Big Sandy College Educational Foundation, Inc. | BSCTC

Big Sandy College Educational Foundation, Inc.

The Big Sandy College Educational Foundation, Inc. was established in 1990 as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation to support the purposes and mission of Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC). The Foundation increases financial and educational resources through development initiatives, establishes communication networks with private donors and public agencies, and supports programs and activities not funded through traditional sources.

The Foundation serves as the college’s chief fundraising agent to provide financial assistance as needed for scholarships and financial aid, program development and expansion, upgrades for campus facilities and grounds, and other college needs. It is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of volunteers from throughout the community who have dedicated time and resources to ensure the college remains a strong and vital educational institution for Big Sandy’s students and their families and business and industry in the region. 

BOARD MEMBERSHIP

Officers

 
Dr. Mina Majmundar
Dr. Mina Majmundar (2023)
Retired
Earl Thacker
Earl Thacker, Vice Chair (2023)
Retired
Darren Gillespie
Darren Gillespie (2027)
Citizens Bank of Kentucky
Sarah Lange-Hyden
Sarah Lange-Hyden, Secretary (2028)
Edward Jones Investments

Board Members

 
connie bayes
Connie Bayes (2027)

City National Bank
phillip elliott
Phillip Elliott (2031)

Peoples Bank & Trust of Hazard
Jerry Kanney
Jerry Kanney (2031) 
Interstate Natural Gas
Julie Paxton
Julie Paxton (2027)
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center
Robert Shurtleff
Robert Shurtleff, Chair (2029)

AEP/Kentucky Power 
Dr. Chandra Varia
Dr. Chandra Varia (2029)
Retired

Ex-Officio Members

 
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Samuel Todd Brand, Ph.D.
Interim President & CEO
Big Sandy Community & Technical College

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Kelli Martin
Executive Director,
Big Sandy College Educational Foundation, Inc.
Director of Philanthropy & Alumni,
Big Sandy Community & Technical College

Emeritus Members

 
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Nancy Campbell
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William G. Francis
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Jean Hale
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Dr. Rodney Handshoe

Contact

Kelli Martin

Executive Director, Big Sandy College Educational Foundation, Inc.
Director of Philanthropy & Alumni, Big Sandy Community & Technical College
One Bert T. Combs Drive
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
Postsecondary Educational Building, 223
kelli.martin@kctcs.edu 
(606) 886-7358