The Panola College Foundation was formed to support and promote the mission and vision of Panola College, to seek and obtain gifts for the advancement of Panola College, and to assist the students of Panola College by providing fellowships and scholarships. In addition, the Foundation also seeks to increase community awareness of the programs and accomplishments of the College and to promote excellence in education.

The Panola College Foundation, formerly known as, "The Panola Junior College Development Corporation," was chartered and incorporated in 1982 as a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit, tax-exempt foundation to assist in the development of scholarships, endowments, and other resources for the improvement of the College.

The original board members, Dr. V.M. Holland, Mr. Beverly Brown, Mrs. Phoebe Sue Perlman, Mr. Paul Carter, Mr. Robert Hull, Mr. O.A. Cassity, and Mr. "Doc" Buchanan, Jr. knew the benefits that forming such an organization would bring to the College. Today, the Foundation is led by a volunteer board of business and community leaders whose dedication to education supports and allows for the growth of College initiatives. Members of the board of directors share an inspired passion to support Panola College in achieving excellence which, in turn, benefits our community, students, and employers.

Officers

Mrs. Alease Copelin – Chair

Ms. Carolyn Murphy – Vice Chair

Mrs. Toni Biggs – Secretary

Members

Mr. Patrick Browning

Mrs. Fatha Burchette

Mr. Philip Grimes

Ms. Chastiti Horne

Mr. Mark Leach

Mr. Cameron Phillips

Mr. Joel Polleschultz

Ms. Peggy Pope

Mrs. Patricia Smith

Mr. John Worley

Ex Officio

Dr. Jessica Pace – President, Panola College

Joanna Huckabee – Director of Institutional Advancement

Alan Howard – Vice President of Fiscal Affairs

Amber Wilcots – Advancement Coordinator

On October 25, join the Panola College Foundation at the Frances B. Ross Ballroom at Panola College for its first ever "hands-on" grazing board experience led by owners of Twisted Pines Winery, Tyler and Olivia Davis, complete with curated pairings and wine education.

Guests can choose the Brunch Board Experience, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or Evening Experience, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

All general admission tickets come with one complimentary board, ingredients for class, and one complimentary drink (mimosa/brunch or wine/evening). Tea, coffee and water will also be available.

General Admission tickets are $75 each and there are 96 tickets available for each session; if you would like to purchase a table for a group, each table sits 6 people ($450).

There is a VIP experience available at each session which offers a high top table for 2 including one board, two complimentary drinks per guest and a dedicated server throughout the event. VIP Tables are $300 each and there are 10 tables available for purchase.

Additional beverages will be available for purchase at the event.

All attendees must be 13 years and older.

This event and bartenders are licensed through the TABC.

Contact us at 903-693-2029 or foundation@panola.edu for more information.

Join the Panola College Foundation at the Carthage Civic Center for its annual Designer Purse Bingo fundraising event.

Get ready for a fabulous night of playing bingo for a chance to win name-brand designer purses, all while supporting students.

Tickets include admission, a small charcuterie box, non-alcoholic beverages, and 36 game cards (3 per game). Doors will open at 6 p.m., and games will begin at 7 p.m.

Additional game cards will also be for sale at the event. 

All proceeds support student success through scholarships and program grants at Panola College.

• No individual tickets are sold.
• No tickets are sold at the door.
• All attendees must be 13 years and older. Infants and young children are not allowed.
• Last year's sponsors are given the first right of refusal for their same sponsorship level. 

This game is licensed by the Texas Lottery Commission.

Contact us at 903-693-2029 or foundation@panola.edu for more information.