Foundation Provides a $10,000 Grant for Student Scholarships and Grants; $800,000 funding in 2024 total

President Dr. Tracy D. Hall (R) and Darrell
Thomas (L), president of The Southwest Foundation
Board, at the 2024 Southwest Foundation Holiday
Appreciation
Luncheon.

Nearly $800,000 in funding for scholarships and grants benefiting 800 students was provided in 2024, a feat President Dr. Tracy D. Hall said reflects the compassion and dedication of the college donors. Their generosity was honored on Dec. 3 at the annual Southwest Foundation Holiday Appreciation Luncheon on the Macon Cove Campus.

Hall, along with other keynote speakers, extended thanks to the donors for their impactful contributions. Dr. Hall highlighted the significant difference these donations make in students' lives.

Attendees heard testimonials from students who’ve received funding via grants and scholarships from The Southwest Foundation. The students expressed their gratitude and shared how they were able to complete their courses and programs without worrying about financial strain due to donors’ contributions. 

President Tracy D. Hall at the 2024
Southwest Foundation Holiday
Appreciation Luncheon.

“I am so proud when I hear directly from students about the impact the Southwest Foundation has had on them,” Hall told Foundation members and attendees. “Each year, your contributions create pathways to success for many students facing challenges, helping them continue their education.”

Foundation Board President Darrell Thomas presented the College with a generous $10,000 grant for student scholarships and support. 

Southwest Tennessee Community College
aviation student Darrell DeGraffenreid along
with Southwest Foundation Board member
Captain Ed Lyon.

“Thank you to instructors, faculty, staff, Foundation members, and everyone who has made donations this year,” Thomas said. “We aim to achieve great things in 2025 and are excited about what’s to come.”

A big thank you to all of Southwest’s generous donors whose support is invaluable in helping students achieve their educational goals

Find out more information about The Southwest Foundation here.