The Golden Eagle Society was established in 2009 by the Houston Community College Foundation to recognize excellence in giving at Houston Community College. The Society recognizes supporters of Houston Community College and its campuses, departments, and special programs who have generously contributed $2,000 or more in a fiscal year. Gifts designated to operations, endowment funds, or capital projects are included, as well as matching gifts. All donors to HCC who have contributed $2,000 or more from September 1, 2006 to August 31, 2009 are considered Charter Members.