The Turner Foundation
The Turner Foundation was established in January 2001 as part of the estate plan of local businessman and philanthropist Harry M. Turner. This charitable foundation was created to be both a platform and catalyst for the improvement of life in Springfield and Clark County through direct investments in community.
Impact
The Turner Foundation has provided over $5,000,000 in support in the form of grants and scholarships to Clark State over the years. Generations of local residents have transformed their lives through access to quality higher education because of their scholarship support. They have enabled children to be the first in their families to go to college through their support of the Clark State Scholars program. Their extraordinary contribution made possible the Sara T. Landess Technology and Learning Center, which became a catalyst for unprecedented growth in Clark State’s enrollment. Through their support of the construction and programming at the Clark State Performing Arts Center, thousands of citizens have enjoyed high-quality performing arts events. The collaborations between The Turner Foundation and Clark State have resulted in substantial and lasting benefits for our community. Because of their significant contributions, they were honored with the Richard O. Brinkman Award at the 2022 Presidential Awards Banquet.