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Chamber thanks EDC for scholarship support; announces community events and ribbon cutting
Summary
The chamber representative reported partnership with the EDC that funded scholarships (12 awarded from more than 20 applications supported by $5,000 from the EDC plus an additional $500), previewed several upcoming community events and noted a ribbon cutting for Crowns of Glory on May 30.
Victoria, speaking for the chamber, thanked the EDC and city partners for joint efforts that allowed the chamber to expand scholarship awards this year. She said the chamber awarded 12 scholarships from more than 20 applications, and that the EDC contributed $5,000 alongside an additional $500 in partner funds to enable the awards.
Victoria listed upcoming events: a National Day of Prayer luncheon this Thursday with a nonprofit feature showcasing AIM Team Camp, VFW Post 1839 and Pathways to Puzzle Pieces; the fourth annual women's brunch on Friday, May 22 at Austin Memorial Library (book-themed); and a ribbon cutting for Crowns of Glory on Saturday, May 30. She thanked EDC staff members by name for sponsoring scholarship support and noted that board members would present awards at a Cleveland ISD senior night.
Board members acknowledged the chamber's partnership and the positive role of local events in promoting small businesses and nonprofits.
