JACKSON, Tenn. (December 17, 2024)– Leaders Education Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)3, has opened applications for workforce readiness scholarships presented by Dixie®. These scholarships are designed to help students pursuing industry certifications or who are enrolled in West Tennessee community colleges, the Tennessee College of Applied Technology, or the William R. Moore College of Technology.
Each student who receives the scholarship could receive up to $1,000. These funds are applicable for expenses such as testing fees, books, supplies, and tuition. Applications are open through December 31, 2024, and can be applied for on the Leaders Education Foundation website Workforce Readiness Scholarships | Leaders Education Foundation.
"Workforce readiness scholarships are more than just financial support—they're a gateway to future success," said Leigh Anne Bentley, President of Leaders Education Foundation. "Through our partnership with Dixie®, we're empowering students to transform their career aspirations into tangible achievements. Whether you're passionate about welding, HVAC, automotive technology, or other critical technical fields, these scholarships are designed to break down barriers and open doors to promising career pathways."
To apply, students must be members of Leaders Education Foundation. Membership is a one-time $10 membership fee, and all donations over the initial fee are tax-deductible. The Foundation aims to empower students and educators by providing collegiate scholarships, teacher grants, and program support for education initiatives across West Tennessee. Some of its partnerships include the Imagination Library, WestTeach, and the READ Team.
To learn more about Leaders Education Foundation or to become a member, visit leadersgives.org.
For more information about Dixie, visit dixiejackson.com.
About Leaders Education Foundation
Leaders Education Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization established in 2019 and based in Jackson, Tenn. The Foundation allows community-minded citizens, members, and organizations to unite to make lives better together. It invests in its community through scholarships, grants, and additional resources that provide educational opportunities and promote workforce development, lifelong learning, and training for students, teachers, and its community. For more information about Leaders Education Foundation or to become a member to Give Forward, please visit leadersgives.org.