Our goal at Wallace State is for our students to succeed academically, professionally and personally.”Suzanne Harbin, Director of Advancement
HANCEVILLE — Members of the community that support Wallace State Community College are invited to attend the 11th Annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction on Wednesday, October 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Tom Drake Coliseum. This is the largest yearly fundraiser given by the Wallace State Future Foundation. All proceeds will go to providing scholarships for students.
The money raised at the luncheon will be used as scholarships for tuition, fees and books across all programs at Wallace State for academically successful students. It includes students enrolled in accelerated high school programs such as Fast Track Academy and Dual Enrollment.
During last year’s event, the luncheon raised more than $200,000, which allowed more than 300 students to receive more than $175,000 in scholarships for the 2014-2015 year.
“Our goal at Wallace State is for our students to succeed academically, professionally and personally,” said Suzanne Harbin, Director of Advancement.
“There are times when they need some financial assistance with tuition or to pay for books or fees, such as those incurred with certification exams. It’s an honor and privilege to be able to help these students make their dreams come true.”
The luncheon will feature silent and live auctions, with a little something for everyone, including baked goods, antiques and vacation trips. Donations for the auctions are now being accepted. The doors will open at 10:30 a.m. to allow those interested plenty of time to view the items on the auction block.
People attending the luncheon have several sponsorship opportunities. Individual tickets are $125. Group sponsorships include $1,000 for Silver Table Sponsor, $2,500 for Gold Table Sponsor and $5,000 for Premier Table Sponsor.
All group sponsorships provide meals for eight guests, preferred seating and sponsorship recognition, recognition in the event program and in the Future Foundation Annual Report and the opportunity to designate the donation to a specific fund or program.
The Gold Table Sponsor will provide two bookstore scholarships in the donor’s name of $750 each. The Premier Table Sponsor will provide a $4,000 one-year tuition/fees scholarship in the sponsor’s name.
For more information or to contribute to a specific scholarship, establish a new scholarship or donate an auction item, contact Suzanne Harbin or Cherie Smith at Wallace State's Advancement Office at 256-352-7808, visit wsccfuturefoundation.org or email suzanne.harbin@wallacestate.edu or cherie.smith@wallacestate.edu.
