Women Empowering Education

We’re thrilled to share that Women Empowering Education raised over $88,000 for student scholarships at its 19th annual luncheon!

Thank you to our generous donors, community leaders, alumni, and supporters for making this event a success. Your commitment helps make the dream of a college education possible for so many Vol State students, empowering them to pursue their goals with confidence.

Together, we’re transforming lives and strengthening our community—one scholarship at a time.

Thank you to the nearly 500 community leaders, alumni, and supporters who gathered for Women Empowering Education.
We laughed, we built relationships, and we celebrated the impact made through the Volunteer State College Foundation
Over the past 19 years, the funds raised at this event has helped 243 students achienve their goals!
One of those students is Kimberly Boles.
She is a single mom who is pursuing a career in psychology to help individuals struggling with mental health issues, like those she experienced in her own life and family.
Today, she shared her story and thanked those who have made it possible to step into her future. “The scholarship has taken that weight off of my shoulders and given me confidence to pursue my goals. Thank you to every donor who has given me the confidence needed.”
Thank you to the sponsors, donors, and volunteers who made today such a success as we celebrate and empower our students!

We are so grateful for the incredible support for this year's Women Empowering Education Luncheon. Thank you to our community for valuing and believing in our students.

Thank you to our Graduate and Media level sponsors who making it possible for students to build their futures.
Bob Atkins
Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas
Street Media of Tennessee
Pinnacle Financial Partners
Joanne Walker
Wilson Bank & Trust

Be sure to check our feed for additional stories and photos of the impact.

We can't wait to see you all!

Today is the final day to RSVP for this year’s inspiring event. If you want to support education and make a difference, don’t miss this opportunity to be part of it.
To RSVP, email [email protected] or call 615-230-3506. Call us and make a difference today.
Volunteer State Community College Alumni & Friends

Volunteer State Community College Alumni & Friends

Volunteer State Community College Alumni & Friends

Join us for the 2026 Women Empowering Education luncheon on Friday, March 27th! Women Empowering Education is an inspiring luncheon that benefits scholarships for Vol State Community College Students. Since 2008, over $530,000 has been awarded, resulting in 186 students whose lives have been impacted.
For RSVP or sponsorship opportunities, please visit volstate.edu/women-empowering-education or email [email protected].

Save the date for the 2026 Women Empowering Education luncheon on Friday, March 27th, 2026! For RSVP or sponsorship opportunities, please visit volstate.edu/women-empowering-education or email [email protected].

This year's event will be held at:
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church
Friday, March 27, 2026, 11am - 1pm

It’s hard to believe it has been almost three months since the WEE luncheon! Once again, we thank all of those who celebrated the comedy of Lisa Smartt and the commitment to community we all share.
Enjoy images of some of the amazing ladies that have made this event successful. Thank you!

We are incredibly thankful for First National Bank of Tennessee in Cookeville, a great business that recently contributed to the Upper Cumberland scholarship fund at Volunteer State Community College. 🎈🎁
These funds will open doors for students right in the U.C. who might not otherwise be able to attend college. Thank You!

What an amazing group of people!

A huge thank you to the amazing folks at Volunteer Bank, as they recently invested in the Paul Jackson Warren Memorial Scholarship at Volunteer State Community College! 🎈🎉