Jennifer McFadyen Hammond has been appointed executive director of FTCC Foundation.
Hammond is a lifelong resident of Cumberland County and a graduate of Terry Sanford High School. She holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from N.C. State University. She most recently served as manager of business services for the Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation and brings extensive experience in finance and nonprofit management. Hammond is passionate about workforce development, creating meaningful community connections and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups.
“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to join FTCC Foundation, and to Sandy Ammons, our staff and our Board of Directors for their steadfast commitment to expanding access, resources and opportunities for FTCC students,” Hammond said in a press release. “FTCC benefits every member of our community through its dedication to education, workforce development and economic growth and I am honored to help support our students in achieving their educational and career goals.”
FTCC Foundation partners with donors to support Fayetteville Technical Community College by raising awareness and financial resources to provide college access for students to attain their educational and career goals. The mission of FTCC Foundation is to foster and promote the growth, progress, and general welfare of FTCC, provide supplementary financial support to the College and its students and advance and enrich the services provided for students, the community, alumni, faculty and staff.
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