Philanthropists Gene and Marlene Epstein have donated $100,000 to Bucks County Community College to provide scholarships for high school graduates.
The donation was made through the Gene and Marlene Epstein Humanitarian Fund and will support 100 full-time, first-year students with need-based scholarships for education-related expenses.
Eligible students from Bensalem, Bristol Borough, Bucks County Technical, Conwell-Egan, Harry S. Truman, Morrisville and Neshaminy high schools will receive the scholarships on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gene Epstein, a longtime supporter of the community college and Wrightstown resident, said the scholarships aim to remove financial barriers to higher education.
“Figuring out how to pay for college should not be a barrier for a young person who wants to make a better life for themselves,” said Gene Epstein. “We want every student in Bucks County to know that there is a path forward for them at Bucks County Community College, and this scholarship will help them get started today. Don’t think you can afford college? Well, now you can!”
Bucks County Community College President and CEO Patrick M. Jones praised the donation.
“Generous donors are crucial partners in helping us make a Bucks County Community Education even more affordable,” said community college President and CEO Patrick Jones. “Like me, Gene and Marlene Epstein believe in the power of education to change lives, and we are honored that they recognize Bucks County Community College as a resource in the community that effect change for the better.”
Scholarship recipients will be notified before the start of the fall 2025 semester.
The college’s campus in Bristol Township is named after the Epsteins.
More information about the scholarships is available at bucks.edu/epstein-scholarship.
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