Codie Chesner, Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual, Becomes the Major Sponsor for Still Serving, Inc.'s First Annual Charity Golf Tournament.
"Swing to Create a Better Tomorrow" charity golf tournament will be held annually in Greenville, North Carolina. The proceeds from this year's charity event will benefit students attending Innovation Early College High School, Greenville, North Carolina; a Pitt County Schools and East Carolina University partnership.
“I believe when young people are provided a variety of positive opportunities and encounters, they choose to engage in less risky behavior and have higher rates of academic and career success. Over the past three years, Still Serving, Inc. has created hope and opportunities for students in underserved communities and I am honored to be the Major Sponsor for their first annual charity golf tournament." says Codie Chesner, Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual.
Funds raised from this charity event will provide funding for the following Adopt-A-School Program initiatives:
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Comprehensive academic and career readiness resources valued at $1,500 per school year
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Comprehensive financial literacy course materials for AVID students valued at $1,000 per school year
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Skills-based events for juniors and seniors valued at $3,000 per school year
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"Senior Trip Day" and "Adopt-A-Senior" valued at $3,000 per school year
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Equipment and resources for a new business center valued at $1,000 for school year 2022 - 2023
“I believe it is essential for families, educators, and community leaders to develop collaborative partnerships. Partnerships focused on creating access to comprehensive academic and career resources, increasing skills-based learning opportunities, and increasing positive experiences for youth living in underserved communities. I am thankful for gracious community leaders like Codie Chesner, and I believe his sponsorship will create a lasting impact on participants attending the upcoming charity golf tournament and students enrolled at Innovation Early College High School, Greenville, North Carolina." says Mario P. Fields, Still Serving, Inc. Founder and President.