by College of the Desert Foundation | Aug 9, 2025 | Latest News
College of the Desert Foundation invites you to an unforgettable evening celebrating community, philanthropy, and student success at Stepping Out for COD 2026: Citizens of Distinction Gala. Join us on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 5–9 p.m. at the Cahuilla Ballroom,...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Jun 26, 2025 | Latest News
KESQ, News Channel 3 and the COD Foundation have been allied partners for years. Providing an immersive experience for student interns, they learn the behind-the-scenes of media companies, the back end of production, technical camera skills and creative and news...
by College of the Desert Foundation | May 20, 2025 | Latest News
The College of the Desert Board of Trustees has selected Val Martinez Garcia as the college’s ninth Superintendent/President, following a majority vote in favor of his appointment during a special Board meeting on May 14. Mr. Martinez Garcia has served in key...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Mar 20, 2024 | Philanthropy in Action
COD Foundation’s Transformative Role Through the Fund for Student Success I am personally thrilled by our growing number of dedicated community partners who believe in the potential of our College of the Desert (COD) students – and actively involve themselves in...
by College of the Desert Foundation | Mar 6, 2024 | Philanthropy in Action
Few people outside of students and their parents may realize that one textbook can cost up to $950. Particularly for students in the STEM programs, required textbooks demand high price tags. The sometimes prohibitively steep cost of these essential learning tools...
