PHSC recognizes Suncoast CreditUnion, HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital and HCA Florida Trinity Hospital for their financial contributions
Media Release | August 25, 2025
Pasco Hernando State College
[New Port Richey, Fla.] Pasco-Hernando State College Foundation announces a gift of $60,000 from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation. The funds will benefit students through initiatives such as scholarships, the Bobcat Pantries, and events.
The pantries, located at five campuses, provide supplemental food and various hygiene products to ensure students who need assistance have their basic needs met. The gift will also provide sponsorship support for several PHSC events, including All College Day, the Foundation’s Performing Arts Center Series and the annual Golf Tournament.
“The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation’s generosity directly supports student success, and investments like these reflect a deep commitment to student well-being and the transformative power of higher education. Their continued generosity helps us ensure that students not only have access to quality education, but also to essential resources that support their well-being and academic persistence,” said Eric Hall, Ed.D., PHSC president.
“The PHSC Foundation is grateful for its continued partnership with Suncoast Credit Union. For nearly 25 years, Suncoast Credit Union has transformed the lives of PHSC students through their generosity and commitment to higher education,” said Lisa Richardson, Ed.D., vice president of advancement, innovation and strategic partnerships.
Suncoast Credit Union, Florida’s largest credit union, founded the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation to promote the education, health and emotional well-being of children in the community. Each time a Suncoast member uses their debit or credit card, the credit union donates two cents to the Foundation to fund local initiatives. Since its inception in 1990, the Foundation has raised and donated over $45 million.
“Being able to support education, which is the root of our long credit union history, is a privilege as well as our mission. We know that an educated community serves its people in important ways and we are proud to support efforts that turn dreams into degrees and future jobs for willing students,” said Jeff Kunberger, Executive Director of Suncoast Foundations. “Fulfilling basic needs is a question of dignity and this is paramount for student success,” he added.
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PHSC Hosted Check Presentation Recognizing Three Local HCA Hospitals
Media Release | August 18, 2025
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Pasco-Hernando State College recognized HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital and HCA Florida Trinity Hospital for their financial contributions, which will enable PHSC to award up to 30 annual scholarships during the 2025-2026 academic year, totaling $20,000. A breakfast check presentation was held at the PHSC West Campus Conference Center on Thursday morning, August 14.
In 2024, HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital provided the matching funds for the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) Fund that enabled PHSC to award the Excellence in Achievement Scholarship to ten PHSC Nursing students during the spring 2025 term. The hospital’s most recent gift will provide scholarships to students enrolled in a nursing program during the upcoming academic year.
“We are deeply grateful for the generous support for our health care students. Investments in scholarships help ensure that financial barriers do not stand in the way of developing the next generation of skilled, compassionate health care professionals. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to strengthening the health care workforce and improving the well-being of our communities,” said Eric Hall, Ed.D., PHSC president.
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital designated its funds towards the HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Medical Student Annual Scholarship, while HCA Trinity Hospital designated its funds towards the HCA Florida Trinity Hospital Scholarship, which benefits students enrolled in the nursing and allied health programs.
“We are grateful for the continued support of HCA Florida and our local hospitals. Their partnership and generosity over the years have provided financial support to countless students pursuing a career in the healthcare field,” said Lisa Richardson, Ed.D., vice president of advancement, innovation and strategic partnerships.
The event featured remarks from several key leaders who have played integral roles in advancing health care education and community partnerships: Eric Hall, Lisa Richardson and Sally Seymour, CEO of HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital.
