Meridian Education Foundation’s Drawdown event raises more than $17,000 for scholarships

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Meridian Education Foundation Board Members are Tara Jepsen, Darby Gensler, Jen Speakes, Julie Niehaus, Megan Bosecker, Arlett Bonne, Jill Huber, Deb Thibodeau, Brittany Frisbie, Deana Simpson.
The Meridian Education Foundation proudly announces the tremendous success of its annual Drawdown Event, held at PrairieFire, which raised over $17,000 to support senior student scholarships and teacher classroom grants for the upcoming school year.
This outstanding achievement was made possible through drawdown ticket sales, raffle drawings, silent auction items, and generous sponsorships.
The event drew an enthusiastic crowd of over 130 attendees, all coming together to support education and opportunity within the Meridian community.
Last year, the Foundation distributed over $15,000 in scholarships. Thanks to this year’s remarkable outcome, the Foundation is once again poised to make a significant impact on the educational journey of Meridian students and teachers.
The success of this event would not have been possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. Sponsors include:
Amboy Bank, Benning Group LLC, Constellation, Eats and Speaks, Engie, Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Gensler Gardens, Green Associates, Helm, Holcomb Bank, Knead House Bread, Loves Truck Stop, Maplehurst Farms, MC Storage, Rustic Roots Co., Specialty Floors Inc., Spigot Tech Systems, Stillman Bank, Tucker Smith Properties.
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who contributed to this event, whether through purchasing tickets, bidding in the silent auction, or sponsoring the evening,” said a Foundation President Mrs. Jen Speakes. “Your support directly empowers our students and educators.”
The Meridian Education Foundation extends its heartfelt thanks to all donors, attendees, and community members who contributed to making this event a resounding success. Together, we continue to invest in a brighter future for our schools.
Meridian Education Foundation Board Members- Tara Jepsen, Darby Gensler, Jen Speakes, Julie Niehaus, Megan Bosecker, Arlett Bonne, Jill Huber, Deb Thibodeau, Brittany Frisbie, Deana Simpson.