Spark Workforce Development Award
Presented to those who, through untiring efforts and altruistic resources, have provided the spark needed to ignite the flames of innovation, advancement, and ingenuity for the flourishing workforce that embodies the communities we serve.
2025
Alumni of the Year
Alex Crenshaw, Paulding Market President, First National Community Bank
Industry Partner of the Year
LGE Community Credit Union
Chattahoochee Tech Foundation is proud to recognize LGE Community Credit Union as our Industry Partner of the Year for their unwavering commitment and generous support over the past eight years, contributing more than $40,000 to our institution. Their sponsorship of the Student Leadership Academy and ongoing partnership with Career Services has played a vital role in preparing our students for successful futures. Most recently, their support has helped launch a professional clothing closet, providing students with attire for interviews and career events. In addition, LGE continues to invest directly in student success by awarding two scholarships each year.
Benefactor of the Year
2025 Benefactor of the Year
Atlanta Gas Light
Chattahoochee Tech Foundation is honored to name Atlanta Gas Light as our Benefactor of the Year in recognition of their generous $27,000 contribution this past year. Their support has provided vital funding for student scholarships and general operations, directly impacting the lives of our students and the strength of our programs. With their partnership, our foundation is able to continue fulfilling its mission of providing essential financial support to the college. Atlanta Gas Light’s commitment to education and community investment is truly commendable.
The SPARK Awards includes three categories of recognition:
Alumni of the Year – Presented to an illustrious graduate who truly supports workforce development within the community, advocating for technical and continuing education within their chosen field. This person consistently demonstrates real leadership on the job, making significant contributions to their particular field and/or industry.
Volunteer of the Year – Presented to an industry partner who has demonstrated commitment to and passion for technical education, enabling our students to provide real and tangible benefits to the community’s workforce. This industry partner has consistently gone “above and beyond” to secure funding that specifically supports our students, our academic programs, and our varied services.
Benefactor of the Year – Presented to a major benefactor who has actively supported student scholarships and college programs throughout the year. This person continues to exhibit their confidence in technical education and demonstrates the value of changing student lives through their significant and meaningful financial contributions to the Chattahoochee Tech Foundation.
April 3, 2026
Chattahoochee Technical College is proud to announce a generous donation of advanced HVAC training equipment from YORK®, enhancing hands-on learning opportunities for students enrolled in the college’s Air Conditioning Technology program. The...
Chattahoochee Technical College Receives YORK® Equipment Donation to Strengthen Air Conditioning Technology Program
April 1, 2026
Community and business leaders from across Bartow County gathered Thursday morning at the Bartow County College and Career Academy for the Fuel The Flight Breakfast, hosted by the Chattahoochee Tech Foundation. Sponsored by Taylor Transport, Inc.,...
Fuel the Flight Breakfast Showcases Chattahoochee Technical College’s Deep Commitment to Bartow County and Announces New Scholarship Opportunity
February 25, 2026
The Chattahoochee Tech Foundation is pleased to announce the election of Douglas J. Simmons to its Board of Trustees, effective immediately. Simmons, a Software Engineer at Cox Communications, brings over two decades of experience in technology,...
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