About
Invest in Education. Invest in Berks County.
By supporting students financially and enhancing classrooms through collaboration with local employers, educators, and policymakers, we help prepare the next generation of skilled workers right here in Berks County—especially those who may not otherwise have the means to access these opportunities.
The result? A stronger curriculum, a stronger workforce—and a stronger Berks County.
Mission and Vision
Our Mission is to support the educational environment by enhancing current educational opportunities in career and technology education, by providing equipment or individual students’ financial support within the learning process, with the vision of supporting self-sustaining, life-long learners and community-minded citizens.
Our Vision is to promote an educational bedrock that empowers students to reach their optimal goals and contribute to society’s betterment.
Officers
Gavin Milligan
President
Robert Heckman
Vice President
Clare Kilpatrick-Benz
Secretary, Governance Chair
Ken Remick
Treasurer
Board of Trustees
Our Board is comprised of dedicated professionals and community advocates passionate about helping students gain the skills, support, and confidence they need for their education.
Julia Adams
Trustee
Lew Davis
Trustee
Jeff Giagnocavo
Trustee, Development Chair
Linda Hammond
Trustee
Penny Hummel
Trustee
Jen Hyneman
Trustee
Ben Mitten
Trustee
Dean Sheaffer
Trustee, Finance & Investment Chair
James Stone
Trustee
Message from the President
“At the BCTC Education Foundation, we believe every student should have access to the tools and resources needed to build a fulfilling career. Our mission is to remove barriers, create opportunities, and ensure that Berks County continues to grow a skilled and capable workforce.”
— Gavin Milligan, President of the BCTC Education Foundation
Our History and Goals
Since our board was established in 2023, the BCTC Education Foundation has focused on helping more students access the education that leads to opportunity. Over time, that support has expanded to include:
- Scholarships and grants that ease the financial pressure on students and families.
- Updated tools, materials, and resources that help students learn in hands-on, relevant ways.
- Partnerships with local businesses that connect students to real-world experience and in-demand careers.
