Transportation Training and Technology Center
What will the Transportation Center be?
Vance-Granville Community College is planning the design and construction of an 11,000 gross square foot facility for the Transportation Training & Technology Center. The Center will offer CDL (A & B), Heavy Equipment Operations, and Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanics. In addition, this facility will have Workstations, Instructional Space, Training Bays, Paved CDL Training Pad, Staff Offices, Storage Area, and Expansion Space.
The Center Will:
- Equip students with industry-recognized certifications and access to high-wage, high-demand careers
- Provide immediate access to hands-on learning with modern technologies
- Build sustainable, profitable career pathways that uplift families and drive economic mobility
- Create a steady, industry-ready talent pipeline for local companies
- Foster partnerships between education and industry for long-term sustainability
Regional Impact
- Located in an economically distressed community
- Creates direct access to living-wage careers
- Expands logistics and transportation workforce
Learn How The Transportation Center Relates to Our Regional Project: Building Futures
A Glimpse into the Future
The Center Will Have
- A flexible building massing, phasing plans, and outdoor CDL/heavy equipment layouts.
- 11,000-sf facility: classrooms, training bays, labs, office, storage
- Paved area for training CDL A and CDL B
- Designed to CDL standards
- Areas for NCCC Heavy Equipment Operations expanded services
- Adaptable space for future growth
- Sustainability-minded choices support long-term operations without adding major up-front cost.
Donation and Naming Opportunities
Online donations may be made through The VGCC Foundation.
Naming Opportunity Benefits
Naming a lab, classroom, or facility after your company or an individual offers many benefits, such as:
- Recognition of Your Contribution – Your support and commitment to education, VGCC and students in the local community will be recognized in the community and within the institution.
- Inspiration for Others – Through your giving, you can inspire others to contribute, knowing their support could also lead to lasting recognition.
- Legacy Creation – Your support will help build a legacy influencing future generations in education, training and research.
- Enhanced Visibility – The use of your company or individual name can increase visibility for the lab, classroom or facility attracting attention and potential partnerships or collaborations.
- Strengthened Community Ties – Your involvement fosters connections between donors, researchers, and the community, promoting a culture of support for education and innovation.
- Motivation for Staff and Students – Having a named space can motivate staff and students to strive for excellence, knowing they are part of a facility that honors significant contributions and that recognizable names are a part of it.
- Potential for Increased Funding – A named space can serve as a model for future funding opportunities, encouraging more donations and investments in the institution.
- Promotion of Research and Innovation – A dedicated space can highlight the importance of research and innovation, encouraging more projects and initiatives within the facility, lab, or classroom. By lending your name in this way, not only is your generosity celebrated, but a culture of philanthropy and excellence in education is also promoted.
Minimum Dollar Amounts for Naming
Buildings
| Building Type | Minimum Donation |
|---|---|
| Major Buildings (existing) - >25,001 sq. ft | $1.0 million |
| Small Buildings (existing) - <=25,000 sq. ft. | $500,000 |
| New Buildings | 30% of cost or a minimum of $3.0 million |
Specific Large Rooms
| Room Type | Minimum Donation |
|---|---|
| Auditoriums/Theatres | $500,000 |
| Lobbies/Pre-function Areas | $50,000 |
| Learning Resource Centers/Libraries | $75,000 |
| Dining/Café Areas | $50,000 |
| Student Services Areas | $30,000 |
Other
| Opportunity Type | Minimum Donation |
|---|---|
| General Classrooms | $50,000 |
| Equipped Labs | 50% of cost |
| Programs of Study | $500,000 |
| Schools of Study | $1.0 million |
| Gardens/Courtyards/Plazas | $40,000 |
| Conference Rooms | $50,000 |
| Student Lounges | $50,000 |
As mandated by College Policy 824.00, these guidelines provide recommended minimum dollar amounts of gifts to qualify for consideration of naming opportunities. All final decisions on naming opportunities, unless otherwise provided for, are at the sole discretion of the Board of Trustees, as outlined in related policy.