The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Foundation supports the Wisconsin Technical College System, the state's 16 technical colleges, and career, technical and adult education across the educational spectrum. The Foundation fulfills its mission by operating projects and activities, providing products and services, distributing and licensing intellectual property, and soliciting and accepting funds and gifts.

Founded in 1977, the Foundation is a tax-exempt charitable organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is organized exclusively for charitable, educational and scientific purposes.

The Foundation is governed by a dedicated, volunteer Board of Directors and operated by the Foundation staff.