On September 8, 2025, the Peralta Colleges Foundation hosted the annual “Dr. William (Bill) Riley Swing for Student Success Golf Tournament” at the Sequoyah Country Club in the Oakland Hills. The golf tournament is the major annual fundraising event for the Foundation, which provides students at Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College with much-needed financial resources, including scholarships, grants, and mentoring.
Peralta Colleges Foundation Golf Tournament Raises Over $250K for Students
Sep 30, 2025 3:23:00 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Peralta Colleges Announce Inaugural Peralta Pumpkin Pursuit 5K Run/Walk
Aug 22, 2025 5:26:35 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
The Peralta Community College District is excited to announce the first-ever Peralta Pumpkin Pursuit, a 5K run/walk fundraiser to benefit the Peralta Colleges Foundation. This event aims to bring our community together for a fun, active day while raising crucial funds to support our students and educational programs.
Peralta Colleges Foundation Announces New Scholarship Honoring Dr. Donald H. Godbold
Aug 19, 2025 9:29:10 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
The Peralta Colleges Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Dr. Donald H. Godbold Endowed Memorial Scholarship, created to honor the enduring legacy of a man who was a visionary leader and a dedicated member of the Oakland community. This new scholarship will support Merritt College students as they continue their educational journeys.
PCF "Spring Forward" Mixer Celebrates Peralta's Bright Future
May 9, 2025 3:41:49 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
The Peralta Colleges Foundation hosted a vibrant and inspiring "Spring Forward Meet and Greet" on Tuesday evening, April 29th, in downtown Oakland, bringing together students, alumni, educators, and community leaders to celebrate the Peralta Community College District and the vital role the Foundation plays in supporting its students.
Peralta Colleges Foundation Golf Tournament Sees Record Attendance
Jun 6, 2024 2:49:38 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Monday, May 20th was a beautiful day to be out on the golf course at Sequoyah Country Club in the Oakland Hills raising money for students by way of the Peralta Colleges Foundation. The “William ‘Bill’ Riley Swing for Student Success” Golf Tournament was a huge success with the most participants it's had in years.
Roberto Reyes Awarded Ozzie Day Scholarship
May 9, 2024 7:57:13 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
On May 9, 2024, Roberto Reyes received the Ozzie Day Scholarship from the College of Alameda Automotive Technology Department.
Students Receive Scholarships at PAAAA Reception
May 9, 2024 6:38:47 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
The Peralta Association of African American Affairs (PAAAA) hosted a lively celebration of student achievement on Thursday, May 2, 2024, honoring nine student scholarship award winners at their annual Scholarship Awardee Reception.
Brian Guzman Awarded Ozzie Day Scholarship
Dec 11, 2023 12:04:21 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
On November 29, 2023, Brian Guzman received the Ozzie Day Scholarship from the College of Alameda Automotive Technology Department.
Brian Guzman is an Oakland native who grew up watching his dad fix family cars and helping out in any way he could. When Brian graduated from high school, he enrolled in Auto Technology classes at COA because he heard from friends that COA had the best Auto Tech classes in the area.
Peralta Colleges Foundation Executive Director Job Announcement
Jul 13, 2023 2:58:03 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
The Board of Directors of The Peralta Colleges Foundation (the Foundation) seeks a strategic, entrepreneurial, and highly organized leader, capable of working in collaboration with the Board of Directors to significantly increase the Foundation’s financial assets and charitable activities in support of the four (4) Peralta Community Colleges. The successful candidate will also lead and manage the Foundation while expanding its visibility and relationships throughout the District, corporate donors, and the greater community.
College of Alameda Student Richard Nguyen Awarded Ozzie Day Scholarship
Jan 3, 2023 2:40:00 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Congratulations to Richard Nguyen, who was awarded the Ozzie Day Scholarship for Fall 2022 at an award ceremony on December 7th, 2022. Richard grew up in East Oakland and his dad, Duc Nguyen, took classes from the College of Alameda Automotive Technology (ATECH) program when Duc first immigrated to the USA thirty years ago. Richard decided to follow in his dad's footsteps after graduating from high school in Oakland. Ever since his first ATECH class, he's been a straight-A student in the COA ATECH program. He expects to graduate from the Auto program next June and get a job as a technician at a local dealership.