Through partnerships with individuals, businesses, organizations, and local communities, the BRTC Foundation provides assistance in the development and enhancement of programs, facilities, and student opportunities.
The Foundation has been instrumental in many activities including the following:
- Providing access to special cultural activities including the annual Holocaust Survivor Series,
- Working with partners to award more than $32,000 in student scholarships,
- Support important historical and preservation work through Project REACH,
- Providing access to grant opportunities aimed at non-profit organizations and institutions of higher education.
The BRTC Foundation exists solely to provide resources to further the academic programs and activities of Black River Technical College. The BRTC Foundation is the only vehicle through which donations may be received.
Mission
The Black River Technical College Foundation, Inc., is a non-profit corporation and is exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
The purpose of the Black River Technical College Foundation is
- to assist with development and enhancement of programs and facilities;
- to assist in providing broader educational opportunities and services to students, staff, alumni, and the community;
- to receive, hold, and administer gifts or grant
Contact the
Foundation Board

Melissa Davis
Chair
2008 - Present
Retired

Scott Trammel
Vice Chair
1996 - Present
Retired

Mike Thompson
Secretary/Treasurer
2020 - Present
First Horizon Bank

Danny Barr
2016 - Present
Sedgwick Claims

Hon. Alexander S. Bigger
2023 - Present
District Judge

Graycen Bigger
2019 - Present
Northeast Arkansas Regional Intermodal Authority

Daryl Blaxton
2026 - Present
Retired

Josh Conlee
2023 - Present
St. Bernards Healthcare

Allison Hestand
2025 - Present
Paragould Regional Chamber of Commerce

Molly Jett
2026 - Present
Clay County Electric Cooperative

Brett Liebhaber
2025 - Present
Farmers & Merchants Bank
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Annual Reports
Past Foundation Board Members
| Member | Term | Years of Services |
| Milton Smith | 2004-2026 | 22 |
| Mike Miller | 2000-2026 | 26 |
| Stephanie Sutton | 1996-2024 | 28 |
| Susie Eddington | 2016-2024 | 8 |
| Jeremy Baltz | 2006-2020 | 14 |
| Pink Baltz | 2006-2020 | 5 |
| Steve Bell | 2003-2004 | 1 |
| Jana Caldwell | 2014-2023 | 1 |
| Mike Dunn | 2003-2017 | 14 |
| Dr. Rebecca Edwards | 2004-2005 | 1 |
| Ruth Ann Ellis | 2000-2019 | 19 |
| John Allen French | 2014-2015 | 1 |
| Debbie Golden | 2001-2010 | 9 |
| John R. Jackson, Jr. | 2004-2016 | 12 |
| Carol Beldford-Lewallen, Founder | 2004-2016 | 12 |
| Brett Liebhaber | 2001-2004 | 2 |
| Steve Manley | 2006-2010 | 4 |
| Donna Meyer | 2001-2005 | 4 |
| Michael Montgomery | 2012-2015 | 3 |
| Rob Olvey | 2017-2023 | 5.4 |
| Kelly Rose | 2011-2020 | 8.5 |
| Kevin Rose | 2007-2011 | 4 |
| Lee Ann Rutter | 2011-2014 | 3 |
| Rob Taylor | 2013-2014 | 2 |
| D. Rene Tyler | 2007-2011 | 4 |
| John Tucker | 2009-2011 | 2 |
| Dr. Martie Shull | 2005-2012 | 7 |
| Jeriel Summitt, Founder | 1992-1993 | 2 |
| Sandra Tweedy | 2012-2019 | 7 |
| Brenda Walls | 1998-2014 | 15 |
| David Webb | 1996-2003 | 7 |
| Dean Williams | 1998-2003 | 5 |
| Bill Wilson | 1998-2003 | 5 |
| Merle Young | 1993-1998 | 5 |
