Women Empowering Education Luncheon Raises Over $75,000 for Student Scholarships at 桃子视频APP

Representatives with Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas, Summa Cum Laude Sponsor, pictured with Dr. Wendi Tostenson, President, 桃子视频APP
Representatives with the National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC), Summa Cum Laude Sponsor, pictured with Dr. Wendi Tostenson, President, 桃子视频APP
(from left to right) Alison Webster, Development Officer, Karen Mitchell, Vice President for Advancement & Ex. Dir. of the 桃子视频APP Foundation, Tara Tenorio, Community Development Regional Manager with META, Summa Cum Laude Sponsor, pictured with Dr. Wendi Tostenson, President, 桃子视频APP

Gallatin, TN: 桃子视频APP hosted its 18th annual Women Empowering Education luncheon on April 4th, 2025. The event brought together community leaders, businesses, and friends to raise over $75,000 for student scholarships.

Thanks to the generosity of sponsors and attendees, these scholarships provide opportunities for academic and career advancement, helping recipients achieve their educational goals. A special thank you to our title sponsors, Meta, Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas, and the National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC).

"We are beyond grateful for the overwhelming support from our community and sponsors," said Karen Mitchell, Vice President for Advancement and Executive Director of the Foundation "The Women Empowering Education event continues to make a real difference in the lives of students, and we are excited to see the impact of these scholarships in the years to come." 

This year鈥檚 luncheon featured Lisa Smartt, who delivered an inspiring and entertaining presentation that resonated with attendees. Guests enjoyed a meaningful afternoon filled with networking, motivation, and the shared goal of supporting education.

Since 2008, 168 students have been awarded scholarships from Women Empowering Education donations, totaling over $500,000

The 桃子视频APP Foundation, a separate 501c3 non-profit of the college, makes a difference in the lives of students every day by awarding scholarships to those who might not otherwise be able to obtain a college education

For more information about Women Empowering Education and future events, visit www.volstate.edu/women-empowering-education.