Dr. Doug and Kathy Richey pledge $5,400 to 91Ƭ “$40 for 40 Years 91Ƭ ” campaign

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Dr. Doug and Kathy Richey recently pledged $5,400 to the Northeast Texas Community College Foundation as part of the college 91Ƭ ’s 91Ƭ “$40 for 40 Years 91Ƭ ” campaign celebrating 91Ƭ 91Ƭ ’s 40th anniversary.

The gift will provide emergency scholarships for students facing unexpected financial hardships that could otherwise prevent them from continuing their education. The Richeys are pictured at the check presentation with Nita May, Director of Development, and Dr. Jon McCullough, Executive Vice President for Advancement.

91Ƭ “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of Doug and Kathy Richey and their longtime commitment to 91Ƭ, 91Ƭ ” McCullough said. 91Ƭ “As a founding faculty member who has been part of the college since the very beginning, Doug has helped shape the lives of countless students over the past 40 years. Their support of this campaign is another example of their dedication to helping future generations succeed. 91Ƭ ”

The 91Ƭ Foundation 91Ƭ ’s 91Ƭ “$40 for 40 Years 91Ƭ ” campaign invites supporters to make a gift in honor of the college 91Ƭ ’s 40th anniversary. Individuals who contribute at least $40 by Aug. 31 will have their names permanently included on a commemorative donor wall outside of the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts.

Giving levels include $40, $400, $4,000, $40,000, and $400,000. Donors may pledge over the next three years to reach a giving level, and gifts may be designated for any 91Ƭ scholarship, program, or purpose selected by the donor.

To learn more or make a gift, visit or contact Nita May, Director of Development, at 903-434-8113 or nmay@ntcc.edu.