The LLCC Foundation is accepting applications for LEAGUE Grants. A total of $10,000 is available for projects and programs at LLCC. Grant applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Jan. 31. Please contact Michelle Pulce-Flynn, director of grant development, for an application at michelle.pulce-flynn@llcc.edu or by phone at 217-786-2446.

LEAGUE is the annual faculty and staff giving campaign. Donations to the LEAGUE Campaign make these grants possible. The grant awards will be announced at the LEAGUE Kickoff event on Tuesday, March 26.

There is not a dollar limit set on proposals, however the highest average amount awarded per grant is generally $1,500 to $2,000. The Foundation has funded projects such as:

• Owl systems at each Outreach Center to offer more course offerings at the Centers.
• Flexible endoscope for surgical technology so that students have hands on instruction on how to use, assemble, clean and sterilize these instruments.

Apply today!

The LLCC Foundation is accepting applications for LEAGUE Grants. A total of $10,000 is available for projects and programs at LLCC. Grant applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Jan. 31. Please contact Michelle Pulce-Flynn, director of grant development, for an application at michelle.pulce-flynn@llcc.edu or by phone at 217-786-2446.

LEAGUE is the annual faculty and staff giving campaign. Donations to the LEAGUE Campaign make these grants possible. The grant awards will be announced at the LEAGUE Kickoff event on Tuesday, March 26.

There is not a dollar limit set on proposals, however the highest average amount awarded per grant is generally $1,500 to $2,000. The Foundation has funded projects such as:

• Owl systems at each Outreach Center to offer more course offerings at the Centers.
• Flexible endoscope for surgical technology so that students have hands on instruction on how to use, assemble, clean and sterilize these instruments.

Apply today!

The LLCC Foundation is accepting applications for LEAGUE Grants. A total of $10,000 is available for projects and programs at LLCC. Grant applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Jan. 31. Please contact Michelle Pulce-Flynn, director of grant development, for an application at michelle.pulce-flynn@llcc.edu or by phone at 217-786-2446.

LEAGUE is the annual faculty and staff giving campaign. Donations to the LEAGUE Campaign make these grants possible. The grant awards will be announced at the LEAGUE Kickoff event on Tuesday, March 26.

There is not a dollar limit set on proposals, however the highest average amount awarded per grant is generally $1,500 to $2,000. The Foundation has funded projects such as:

• Owl systems at each Outreach Center to offer more course offerings at the Centers.
• Flexible endoscope for surgical technology so that students have hands on instruction on how to use, assemble, clean and sterilize these instruments.

Apply today!

The LLCC Foundation is accepting applications for LEAGUE Grants. A total of $10,000 is available for projects and programs at LLCC. Grant applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Jan. 31. Please contact Michelle Pulce-Flynn, director of grant development, for an application at michelle.pulce-flynn@llcc.edu or by phone at 217-786-2446.

LEAGUE is the annual faculty and staff giving campaign. Donations to the LEAGUE Campaign make these grants possible. The grant awards will be announced at the LEAGUE Kickoff event on Tuesday, March 26.

There is not a dollar limit set on proposals, however the highest average amount awarded per grant is generally $1,500 to $2,000. The Foundation has funded projects such as:

• Owl systems at each Outreach Center to offer more course offerings at the Centers.
• Flexible endoscope for surgical technology so that students have hands on instruction on how to use, assemble, clean and sterilize these instruments.

Apply today!

Thank you to all who attended the LEAGUE Kickoff on Tuesday. If you didn’t have a chance to make your contribution to the campaign that benefits our students and programs, please complete the 2023 LEAGUE Form or stop by the LLCC Foundation office.

Below is a summary of the event by the numbers.

• 300 – the number of faculty, staff, retirees and first responders who enjoyed lunch from one of the food trucks on Tuesday
• $150 – available in the cash drawing if you make your contribution by this Friday at 5 p.m.
• 29 –personnel members from the Gamma Phi Circus
• 1,500 mini donuts served
• Nine – LEAGUE grants awarded
• 31 – people made their donations to the LEAGUE campaign prior to the kickoff
• $171 – total so far collected as part of the 50/50 drawing. Purchase tickets in the Foundation by 5 p.m. tomorrow.
• 12 – is the number of faculty and staff members who serve on the LEAGUE committee and help plan the details of the campaign
• 250 bags of popcorn
• One – special appearance by Ember dressed as our lion mascot

Did you correctly guess the answer from yesterday’s LEAGUE Circus trivia? The clue was: She is surrounded by high performers and is proud to shout it from the main ring.

The answer is: Dr. Charlotte Warren, LLCC president.

Congratulations to previous winner Christine Marietta.

Speaking of high performers, the LEAGUE Committee has been busy planning a fun and successful kickoff to our annual faculty and staff giving campaign known as LEAGUE.

Lunch will be provided and will consist of the following options:

• Twyfords – Choice of brisket or pulled pork sandwich with small mac-n-cheese
• Az-t-ca – Choice of chicken or beef nachos with melted cheese, pico de gallo and sour cream
• Food Machine – choice of hamburger and fries or chicken bites with fries
• Dessert offered from Donut Dollies – choice of six cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar

For those who would like a vegetarian meal or gluten free meal, you must contact Jay Kitterman at Jay.Kitterman@llcc.edu to reserve one. We will have bottled water available. So if you would prefer something else to drink, you may bring it with you.

To make a pledge to the LEAGUE campaign complete the 2023 LEAGUE Form and you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a prize.

Did you correctly guess the answer from yesterday’s LEAGUE Circus trivia? The clue was: He may not swing from the trapeze, but he keeps people safe in the air.

The answer is: David Pietrzak, program director, aviation.

For those who would like a vegetarian meal on Professional Development Day, March 28, please contact Jay Kitterman at Jay.Kitterman@llcc.edu to reserve one. We will have bottled water available. So if you would prefer something else to drink, you may bring it with you.

To make a pledge to the LEAGUE campaign, complete the 2023 LEAGUE Form and you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a prize.

Today’s LEAGUE Circus Trivia clue:

She is surrounded by high performers and is proud to shout it from the main ring.

Can you guess the faculty or staff member of LLCC’s Big Top?

Submit your answer to LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu for a chance to win a prize. Check back for the answer. Congratulations to previous winner Leanne Roseberry.

Did you correctly guess the answer from yesterday’s LEAGUE Circus trivia? The clue was: She is an expert juggler of finance.

The answer we were looking for is: Karie Longhta, associate vice president finance.

Lunch is free, but don’t forget to bring some cash to the LEAGUE Kickoff on Tuesday, March 28, in Cass Gym where we will have 50/50 tickets for sale. You can also purchase tickets in the Foundation office through Friday, March 24. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5.

Choose from one of three food trucks for lunch at the LEAGUE Kickoff including Twyfords BBQ, Az-t-Ca and Foodie Machine. Save room for popcorn and mini donuts as well. For those who would like a vegetarian meal on Professional Development Day, March 28, please contact Jay Kitterman at Jay.Kitterman@llcc.edu to reserve one.

Today’s LEAGUE Circus Trivia clue:

Step right up for today’s LEAGUE Circus trivia. Can you guess the faculty or staff member of LLCC Big top from the following clue:

He may not swing from the trapeze, but he keeps people safe in the air.

Submit your answer to LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu for a chance to win a prize. Check back for the answer. Congratulations to previous winner Shawn Floyd.